Controls Technician

The Brazos River Authority; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

PTO

Job summary

The Brazos River Authority invites applications for a Controls Technician at the Central Office. The role includes installing and maintaining electrical control systems, instrumentation, telemetry, and SCADA components across reservoirs, pumps, and treatment facilities.

Qualifications include an associate degree and a valid Texas license; preferred certifications include ISA, Journeyman Electrician, and water/wastewater credentials. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and good driving record.
• Preferred: ISA Certification, Journeyman Electrician License, Water/Wastewater License, knowledge of NEC and federal regs.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and modify industrial electrical control systems.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation problems and time-critical outages at facilities.
• Program PLCs and develop HMIs; create AutoCAD drawings for new electrical systems.

Education

Associates Degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming

HMI software

SCADA

Job description

Controls Technician

Pay Grade: 920

Location: Central Office

Vacancy Announcement

Nature Of The Work

Safety Sensitive Position WC 3724

Brief Description

The purpose of this position is to perform electrical work to install, repair and modify industrial electrical control systems and to install and maintain a variety of complex instrumentation, automation, telemetry, and electronic controls equipment for the Brazos River Authority (BRA). This is accomplished by assisting with the installation of new equipment; troubleshooting instrumentation problems; working on time critical malfunctions and system outages with reservoir intake pumping stations, remote telemetry SCADA systems, water/wastewater plants and pumping stations, and reservoir flood gate automated controls; periodically inspecting new BRA construction projects and existing electrical services and controls systems; programming software by developing PLC; creating and maintaining human machine interface (HMI) software; preparing scripts to perform complex functions; creating AutoCad drawings for new electrical systems; modifying and updating programs and interfaces; evaluating work processes to assure safety measures are employed; recommending and performing repairs and maintenance to BRA electrical and controls systems; and any other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• A minimum two years or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and Good Driving Record
• Preferred: Certified Control System Technician; ISA Certification, Journeyman's Electrician License, Water/Wastewater License, and detailed knowledge of the National Electric Code and applicable federal regulations.

• Associates Degree (in related field) - Completed course requirements to receive an Associates Degree

Key Competencies

• Handling a large amount of work efficiently and effectively.
• Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications...
• Ensuring that work accomplished is accurate in all relevant aspects.
• Effectively adapting to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and sudden or frequent changes in priority in order to accomplish objectives.
• Demonstrating the unique skills or knowledge required of the job; staying current with changing job skills and best practices to positively impact operational efficiencies and the effectiveness of services provided...

STARTING SALARY RANGE:

Min: $26.05 to $33.21 hourly salary. This is a non-exempt position.

POSTING DATE

September 23, 2026.

BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE:

The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA. If an offer of employment is extended, all applicants will be subject to a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening and the offer will be contingent on the results.

The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply