AUTOMATION ANALYST - HARDWARE

Terrebonne Parish Transit; Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes; Sur place; EUR 21 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government seeks an Automation Analyst - Hardware to monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain telemetry and automation systems on parish pump networks. The role requires hands-on installation, panel wiring, and system integration across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate will perform inspections, respond to alarms, and participate in on-call rotations, especially during storms or system failures, ensuring reliability and safety of critical water infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Valid Louisiana driver’s license.
• Experience in electrical, automation, and telemetry systems is preferred.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and automation issues.
• Willingness to perform shift work, on-call duties, and emergency repairs.

Responsabilités

• Monitor system performance and respond to alerts and alarms.
• Troubleshoot equipment to ensure minimal downtime.
• Install, maintain, and repair automation equipment at pump stations.
• Program Telemetry/PLC systems and update control panels as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on generators and pumps and assist in repairs.
• Collaborate with Electrical Technicians and other teams; attend safety trainings.

Connaissances

Leadership Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Outils

Telemetry systems

PLC programming

IDEC programming

DC monitoring

Description du poste

Automation Analyst - Hardware

# 022 Jan 22 2026 - Sep 04 2026 $18.03 - $23.12 per hour Public Works/Forced Drainage

Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government's Automation - Hardware is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, electronic, and Telemetry equipment used in Parish's automated pump and control systems.

In this role, the incumbent will be expected to monitor system performance, respond to alerts and alarms, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.

The role also demands flexibility, including shift work, on-call availability, and response during emergency events such as storms or system failures.

• Valid Louisiana driver's license
• Install and maintain electrical and automation equipment and components at various parish locations.
• Assemble, wire, and integrate control panels for engines, motors, and pump systems.
• Monitor Telemetry systems for alerts, failures, alarms, water levels, and weather conditions; initiate pump-down operations as needed.
• Perform inspections on electric pump stations and generators, checking for issues such as burned wires, faulty batteries, unusual noises, leaks, or vibrations.
• Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot Telemetry, electrical, automation, and mechanical issues in pump stations and related equipment.
• Maintain and repair diesel and electric pumps, generators, control panels, and associated tools and vehicles.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on generators and backup systems, verifying functionality.
• Install, repair, replace, and program Telemetry (PLC) systems and failed automation parts.
• Assist in building, testing, and updating Telemetry control panels and automation equipment.
• Install new automation and radio communication systems at pump stations.
• Support IDEC programming and DC monitoring tasks.
• Adjust floats and determine optimal water levels to improve pump station performance.
• Gather materials and assist with purchasing automation components (e.g., soft starts, PLCs, batteries, solar panels).
• Fill out daily/weekly vehicle inspection checklists and maintain accurate logs of work performed.
• Complete assigned tasks from Supervisor in a timely and professional manner.
• Cross-train with Electrical Technicians and assist as needed.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and complete required annual training (ethics, diversity, harassment).
• Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to Telemetry system issues and perform emergency repairs.
• Coordinate and communicate with contractors and other technical teams within the Parish.
• Participate in quarterly One-on-One meetings with Supervisor.
• Complete all required annual trainings - including ethics, harassment prevention, diversity, and cybersecurity - in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Ensure all duties and responsibilities are performed with integrity, professionalism, and in good faith, consistently upholding and protecting the interests, reputation, and assets of the Parish government.
• Perform any additional task as required by Supervisor.

• Leadership Skills: Ability to take initiative on tasks, work independently in the field, and support team goals through accountability and proactive problem-solving.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, balancing routine inspections with urgent repairs, and responding quickly to system failures or emergencies.
• Analytical Skills: Strong troubleshooting abilities to diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, and automation issues using logic, data, and system indicators.
• Communication Skills: Strong