Control System Technician

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking a Control Systems Technician for its Wastewater Treatment Plant. The role involves installation, maintenance, and repair of complex electronic systems. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant technical experience. This position offers on-the-job training and opportunities for certification and advancement within the department.

Benefits

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain ISA CCST I certification within 3 years of hire.
• Confined Space Entry certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic instrumentation.
• Conduct predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance of control systems.
• Analyze system failures to determine root causes.

Skills

Technical Experience

Team-oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Job Description

Important Notice: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented, and technically competent Control Systems Technician (CST) for their state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant, a 24/7 operation treating 24 million gallons of wastewater daily for residences and businesses.

This is an on-the-job training program at Arlington County's Water Pollution Control Plant, requiring some technical experience and/or certification. Work involves planning, development, implementation, modification, testing, analysis, and evaluation of complex electronic systems within an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical instrumentation.
• Conduct predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance of computer-based process control, SCADA, and PLC systems using diagnostic tools, blueprints, factory specifications, and CMMS.
• Analyze system failures to determine root causes or potential breakdowns.
• Evaluate work assignments to determine scope, prioritize, and plan follow-up activities.
• Lead projects, coordinate with other agencies or contractors, assist in staff training, and maintain records.
• Monitor work and systems for compliance with regulations and standards.

Additional Duties for Control Systems Technician II Level

• Perform systems analysis and diagnostics for all instrumentation and control systems in the WPCP and remote stations.
• Design, install, maintain, and repair complex control systems in various facilities.
• Manage input-output levels, diagnose, and resolve complex problems involving diverse designs and modifications.

Qualifications

Minimum: Positions are part of a two-level, multi-grade pay program allowing movement from Trainee to II upon meeting training, skills, and qualification requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/equivalent and successful completion of the County's technical training program.
• Some experience in an industrial process control environment.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain ISA CCST I certification within 3 years of hire.
• Confined Space Entry certification within 1 year of hire.

Additional qualifications differ by level, requiring specific experience and certifications as detailed in the original description.

Additional Information

Work hours: 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with potential overtime and emergency call-backs. Training and certification completion are required for advancement. Salary ranges from entry to advanced levels, with comprehensive benefits including a pension plan.

Applicants must complete all application sections, including responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. This position is open continuously, and qualified candidates will be interviewed throughout the recruitment period.