Electrician Instrumentation Technician

Tuolumne Utilities District; Sonora; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading utilities district is seeking an Electrician / Instrumentation Technician to perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems in water treatment and distribution facilities. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, customer service skills, and adherence to safety standards, with responsibilities extending to various mechanical systems as well.

Formación

• Five years of experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, repair of instrumentation, electrical and electronic equipment.
• Possession of valid California driver’s license and CWEA Grade II Certification.
• Formal training in electronics and control systems preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic systems.
• Create and maintain diagrams and schematics.
• Operate test equipment for troubleshooting complex systems.

Conocimientos

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Installation

Customer service

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Electrical/Instrumentation Technician Certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

ELECTRICIAN/ INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

POSITION: Electrician / Instrumentation DEPARTMENT: Operations

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

PAY RANGE: Range 44 DATE PREPARED: 2015

INCUMBENT:

General Description:To perform semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the installation, maintenance,

troubleshooting and repair of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical

equipment associated with the District’s water treatment, distribution, and wastewater facilities.

Essential Functions: –Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate mechanical, instrumentation, electrical, electronic and electro-mechanical equipment and systems associated with the

operation of District facilities.

Maintain, repair, and adjust pumps and pump control systems including VFD’s, soft starts, and pump control valves.

Design, install, maintain, repair, calibrate, and troubleshoot telemetry, communication systems, and control systems, including PLC’s, relay logic, SCADA systems, and HMI.

Create and maintain diagrams, schematics, and diagrams; read and interpret mechanical, electrical and hydraulic drawings.

Design and install electrical systems; run conduit, pull and size wire, and components.

Install, repair, troubleshoot and maintain power generation systems including generators, transfer switches and batteries.

Install, maintain, repair, and replace mechanical systems, including but not limited to, pumps, gear boxes, and various mechanical equipment related to the operation of the

District’s water treatment plants and pump stations .

Assist with the research and purchase of parts, materials supplies and equipment necessary for electrical, electronic, or electro-mechanical repairs.

Program and operate a variety of complex test equipment used in troubleshooting complex equipment.

Maintain a variety of records of maintenance and repair activities.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge of:

Basic electrical theory and principles. Basic principles and practices of inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing of electrical,

electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components and instrumentation.

Materials, tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components and

instrumentation.

Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances, rules and codes. Principles and practices of effective customer service.

Ability to:

Independently perform semi-skilled and skilled duties involving the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical, electronic, electro-mechanical,

equipment, and instrumentation.

Keep accurate records. Perform mathematical calculations accurately. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course

of work.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Analyze complex electrical, electronic, electro-mechanical, and instrumentation systems. Accurately read blueprints, part lists, schematics and diagrams to determine appropriate

action.

Troubleshoot, isolate and make repairs to electrical, electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical equipment, and instrumentation.

Operate and maintain a variety of tools and equipment used in the testing and repair of equipment.

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists.

Interpret a variety of instructions including technical manuals furnished in written, oral,

diagram or schedule form.

Operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software. Respond to after-hours emergency situations.

Responsibility to:

Obey safe work practices, procedures, and regulations including wearing protective equipment and safety devices.

Operate equipment in a careful and safe manner. Acknowledge the use of safeguards by other employees.

Report any removal, displacement, damage, destruction, or tampering of safety devices, safeguards, notices or warnings.

Report any safety risks or hazards to your supervisor or other management personnel. Report to your supervisor or other management personnel any work assignment that you

feel would require you to perform the work in an unsafe manner.

Physical Demands:The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

A person employed in this position must also be able to:

Sit for extended periods of time Operate motor vehicles and other equipment Operate a variety of hand and electric tools Perform a variety of physical activities that include reaching, bending, squatting, kneeling,

crouching, crawling, and climbing, and manual dexterity

Perform additional physical activities to position or move tools, equipment, and supplies which may involve lifting, and pushing or pulling motions

Vision abilities required to include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Understand and carry out oral and written directions Communicate well with others, verbally and in writing Investigate and solve complex problems involving the ability to perform visual inspections,

ability to hear normal versus abnormal noises, ability to view and respond to operational

control screens including alarms, and ability to think critically.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical

shock. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather

conditions and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.

Outside: Drives a vehicle and performs work in a variety of weather conditions ranging from

snow to 100+F.

Fumes/Gasses: Exposure to various vapors from internal combustion engines; exposure to dust

generated during construction operations; exposure to fumes from weed control chemicals and

waste treatment and collection.

Noise/Vibration: Moderate exposure to noise, and minimal vibration from tools and equipment.

Education and Experience Guidelines:

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge

and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Five years of increasingly responsible experience involving the maintenance, troubleshooting,

repair and installation of instrumentation, electrical and electronic equipment associated with the

operation of water and wastewater treatment plants and water distribution and wastewater

collections systems.

Education:

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED, supplemented by college or equivalent course work

in electronics, instrumentation, control systems, or related field.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and be insurable by the District to operate District vehicles.

Journey level electrician background and desired formal training in instrumentation,

communication and computer technology.

Must possess CWEA Grade II (or higher) Electrical/Instrumentation Technician Certification or

obtain within two years of hire date.

Must obtain California Water Distribution Certificate, Level 1, within 18-months of hire date.

Work Hours:

7:00 – 3:30 PM; five consecutive workdays. Subject to change, as required to meet the needs of the District. Must be willing to work overtime and/or alternative schedule when required. May be

required to participate in emergency on-call or standby on a regular basis; therefore, must live

within a 15-mile radius of the District’s main facility.

I have reviewed and agree to abide by any requirements reflected in this job description.Approved by General Manager: Approval Date: _____ / _____ / _____