Control Systems Technician - Production Operations Instrumentation & Controls

San Antonio Water System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

San Antonio Water System is seeking a Control Systems Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair process control systems under the supervision of the instrumentation and controls group. The role supports SAWS’ mission and safety standards.

You will work on PLCs, chemical analysis systems, RF radios, and analytical equipment, coordinating with the team on projects and daily tasks, with potential shifts and outside work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1 year experience OR an Associate’s Degree in Industrial Process Instrumentation OR CCST.
• Ability to report to work on time and maintain good attendance.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot PLCs for automation systems.
• Maintain chemical analysis, hazardous chemical distribution, and detection systems.
• Maintain fluoride, chlorine, and pH analytical equipment.
• Maintain RF communication equipment.
• Assist Senior Control Systems Technicians with data and inventory of field equipment.
• Assist and support Senior Technicians with projects and installations.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Process instrumentation

Calibration techniques

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Industrial Process Instrumentation

Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)

Tools

Multi-meters

Calibration equipment

Laptop computers

RF radios

Job description

Grade 18 - Starting Hourly Rate: $26.46. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

JOB SUMMARY

The Control Systems Technician is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of process control systems. Under the guidance of the instrumentation and controls group the technician shall complete assigned tasks, attends required safety training and follows all safety standards. The technician works as part of the instrument and controls team to meet SAWS’ mission statement.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS

• Maintains, troubleshoots, and navigates Process Logic Controllers (PLCs) for automation systems.
• Maintains and troubleshoots chemical analysis systems,hazardous chemical distribution, and detection systems.
• Maintains and troubleshoots fluoride, chlorine, and PH analytical equipment.
• Maintains and troubleshoots RF radio communication equipment.
• Demonstrates technical aptitude with low voltage circuits.
• Assists Senior Control Systems Technicians with data and inventory of field equipment.
• Assists and supports Senior Control Systems Technicians with internal and external projects, installation of PLC’s, analyzers, flow meters, RF radios, and other process equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISIONMAKING

• The Control Systems Technician works under limited supervision.
• Coordinates technicians of different trades in order to carry out repair and installation of complex control systems and instrumentation.

MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED and one year experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, repair and installation of Control Systems or related field OR an Associate’s Degree in Industrial Process Instrumentation or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency OR High School Diploma or GED and must be a Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST).
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

• Instrument Society of America Certification.
• Class “C” Groundwater Texas Water Operator License or Class “C” Texas Wastewater Treatment Operator License.
• Experience in potable and non-potable water industries.
• Work order and maintenance management systems experience.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Skill in using desktop business applications, including Excel, Word, and Access.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and an individual self-directed environment, including coordination with end users, internal and external customers, consultants and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.
• Ability to operate a company vehicle on a daily basis.
• Ability to proficiently utilize laptop computers, multi-meters, and other calibration equipment.

PHYSICALDEMANDSANDWORKINGCONDITIONS

Physicalrequirements includevisualacuity,colorvision,standing,sitting,walking,climbing,bending, crawling, squatting,kneelingandworking incramped andstrainedpositionsforlongperiodsoftime, andtheabilitytoliftupto 75pounds.

Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment.