SCADA Technician - GovernmentJobs.com : Job Details

Are you a highly skilled professional with a strong background in electrical systems, SCADA technology, and control systems? Do you thrive in an environment where you can design, install, and maintain advanced telemetry and automation solutions? If so, we invite you to apply for our SCADA Technician role within the Public Works Department.

This position has crucial responsibility for improving and maintaining the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, PLC controls, and radio telemetry. You will work with advanced control systems to support the City's infrastructure, ensuring efficient operation and continuous system improvement. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in electrical systems, programming, troubleshooting, and upgrades.

The ideal candidate will have four years of experience in electrical construction, SCADA systems operations, or facilities repair and maintenance at a Maintenance Worker 4 level or higher.

There is one (1) full-time, benefited position that will be filled by this recruitment process, and it is represented by the Teamsters union. The hiring manager may establish an eligibility list for this classification within the division upon completion of the process.

This position is open until filled.

Salary: $8,077.00- $9,838.00 per month, depending on qualifications

General Purpose:

Under the direction of the assigned Manager or designee, perform a variety of highly skilled professional and responsible duties related to the technological operations and improvements of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems (a.k.a. telemetry) and other control systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, wire, and install hardware for upgrading control systems within Public Works Operations; install, and remodel and/or upgrade control systems as necessary.
• Read, write, troubleshoot, and revise Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs for existing systems and new installations.
• Maintain, upgrade, and make improvements to the SCADA system.
• Program Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and supervisory control screens for monitoring and control purposes.
• Request, coordinate, and oversee work done by contractors or consulting firms to repair or improve all aspects of the SCADA and radio systems.
• Generate and/or assist in the development of as-built drawings and documentation of improvements or upgrades to the SCADA and other associated control systems.
• Review electrical plans of new and existing facilities for accuracy, completeness, and consistency and make appropriate recommendations.
• Perform electrical maintenance and improvements at facilities as required.
• Interface with vendors as needed.
• Train operators and maintenance personnel on using software for troubleshooting and maintaining systems and/or the operation of new systems.
• Assist other crews as needed.
• Actively support the vision, mission, values, and goals of the department and the City.

Peripheral Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform special projects and produce reports related to the SCADA system.
• May perform equivalent, or lower, classification work in other Divisions as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Successful Incumbents for this Position Will:

• Have the knowledge of general electrical installation and maintenance procedures
• Have the knowledge of general construction methods and processes
• Have the knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions and practices entailed in work activities
• Have the knowledge of control, radio, and telemetry system operations, improvements, and maintenance
• Have the knowledge of PLC's
• Have the knowledge of motor controls and drives
• Have the knowledge of HMI and supervisory control programming software
• Have the knowledge of SCADA telemetry and radio modems and software
• Have the knowledge of general water and utility systems
• Have the knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Have the knowledge of information technology used for planning, executing, and documenting work
• Be skilled in prioritizing work schedule to advance multiple projects in different stages
• Be skilled in communicating effectively both orally and writing
• Be skilled in troubleshooting of control systems, motor drive systems, power distribution systems, chemical feed systems, radio telemetry processes, and computer systems
• Be skilled in programming PLC's and HMI systems
• Be skilled in documenting control systems for maintenance and troubleshooting
• Be skilled in training operators and maintenance personnel on new systems
• Be skilled in effective use of interpersonal skills in a tactful, patient, and courteous manner in the completion of daily tasks and assignments
• Be skilled in maintaining records and preparing reports
• Be skilled in use of cell phone/mobile technology, Windows programs, and web applications
• Have the ability to understand programmable controllers, read and understand logic diagrams and programs, and resolve associated problems easily
• Have the ability to show a high level of initiative and resourcefulness in completing projects and tasks in a timely manner
• Have the ability to understand, analyze, and convert existing electrical controls systems and recommend upgrades
• Have the ability to estimate the cost of converting and upgrading systems
• Have the ability to work with vendors and various construction trades to ensure a project is completed within budget and in a timely manner
• Have the ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and electrical and control drawings
• Have the ability to present information in one-on-one and group situations to supervisors, the public, and other employees of the City
• Have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide; compute fractions, rates, ratios, proportions, percentages, volume, area, circumference, and distance; and draw and interpret graphs, charts, and sketches
• Have the ability to analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action
• Have the ability to utilize electronic equipment such as computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices
• Have the ability to learn hardware, software, and I.T. tools needed for planning, operating, and documenting work

Skills for the position may be gained through education, certification, relevant job experience, or a combination, such as:

• Education: Graduation from high school, general education degree, or equivalent, supplemented by completion of a Certified Electrical License or a two (2) year Electrical Apprenticeship program or trade school, to include at least six (6) weeks of classroom training in PLC programming; and
• Experience: Four (4) years of experience in Electrical construction, SCADA systems and operations or general facilities repair, maintenance, and operation at a Maintenance Worker 4 or higher level.

Licenses and other information:

• Valid Washington State Driver's License, or the ability to obtain within 30-days of employment
• Valid First Aid/CPR Card, or the ability to obtain within 6-months of employment
• Valid Washington State Department of Health Water Distribution Manager 2 Certificate, or the ability to obtain within 1-year of employment
• Valid Washington State Department of Health Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 Certificate, or the ability to obtain within one year of the city's use of the 212th Water Treatment Plant for said duration
• Valid Washington State Department of Health Cross Connection Control Specialist 1 Certificate, or the ability to obtain within 1-year of employment
• Successful completion of Fall Protection training, or the ability to obtain within 6-months of employment
• Successfully complete the Confined Space training within 6-months of employment
• Valid Traffic Control Flagging Card, or the ability to obtain within 6-months of employment
• New employees must successfully pass the City's pre-employment driver's records check; successfully complete the City's Defensive Driving Course; and must maintain an excellent driving record
• Must successfully pass the City's Physical Agility, drug, and Background screening
• Experience in Water and Utility control systems, SCADA system installation and troubleshooting, and programming using PLC software
• Certification as a journeyman electrician is highly desirable