Instrumentation Service Technician

The technician is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and continuous optimization of electrical, control, and instrumentation systems critical to water and wastewater treatment operations. This role provides advanced technical oversight in the configuration, calibration, and performance analysis of complex automation infrastructure, including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and related maintenance software platforms.

KEY DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of installation, calibration, and maintenance of advanced electronic and electromechanical control systems, including power distribution and instrumentation components critical to water and wastewater treatment operations.

• Lead diagnostic analysis and strategic troubleshooting of PLCs, RTUs, and SCADA systems to enhance operational performance and reliability.

• Develop and execute long-term preventative maintenance programs, including the creation and continuous refinement of calibration schedules and system performance benchmarks.

• Provide oversight for the integration and optimization of programmable controllers, distributed control systems, and instrumentation sensors (flow, level, pressure, temperature, pH, ORP, chlorine, ammonia, etc.) to ensure compliance with regulatory and operational standards.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operators, engineers, and department leadership to provide technical guidance on complex SCADA and control system issues, and to inform capital project planning and system design.

• Develop and enforce procedural standards for instrumentation and automation activities, including documentation protocols, asset tracking, and reporting for regulatory and internal audits.

• Maintain continuous awareness of emerging technologies and lead efforts to evaluate and incorporate new solutions to improve process efficiency and data integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Related technical coursework or Associates in Electronics or Instrumentation preferred.

• Knowledge of basic electronic and electrical theories, including analog/digital principles.

• Basic PLC programming and applications, radio communication, process control, instrumentation, motor starter principles, and troubleshooting techniques.

• Knowledge of SCADA systems, process controls, programmable controllers, and related IO subsystems. Knowledge of water/wastewater distribution and collection systems principles and applications.

• Knowledge of the standards, practices, methods, materials, tools, and measuring instruments used in the electrical, electronic, and mechanical fields.

• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions peculiar to this work.

• Skilled in the use of power and hand tools and measuring instruments, such as volt ohmmeter, current loop calibrator / simulator, and specialized calibration and configuration equipment.

• Have the ability to read P & ID and electrical drawings, schematics and blueprints and work quickly and safely under pressure in emergency situations.

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Moderate physical work requiring ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; excerpting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. regular walking and standing for inspection and testing; frequent pushing, pulling, bending, crouching/stooping, and climbing to test and inspect control systems; hand/eye coordination to operate computers and peripherals; hand/foot coordination for operation of vehicle to travel to remote sites; vision to read manuals, test instruments and other written materials; speech communication to provide technical information and instructions; hearing and listening to troubleshoot equipment and communicate on telephone and radio.

Benefits:

• Health insurance

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

The company is committed to equal employment opportunity. The company will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to, age, ancestry, childbirth or related medical condition; citizenship; color; creed, familial status; gender expression; gender identity; genetic information; height; weight; marital status; national origin; physical or mental disability or handicap; pregnancy; race; religion; sex; sexual orientation; uniform service member status or veteran status; or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.