ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN I

Town of Cary; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Cary seeks an Electronics Technician to maintain, repair, and install instrumentation and electrical/electronic control systems for remote wastewater facilities across Cary, Morrisville, Apex, and Wake County’s Research Triangle Park.

Under guidance from the Utilities Department leadership, you will work with fellow technicians to ensure continuous operation, participate in the career ladder program, and report during adverse weather as part of a critical position.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics and some experience in repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, diagnostic services.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Experience with single-phase and three-phase industrial voltage equipment up to 480 volts.
• Ability to read schematics and circuit wiring diagrams; knowledge of PLCs and troubleshooting hardware/software including 4-20 mA circuitry.

Responsibilities

• Performs periodic calibration and observation checks of meters, chart recorders, electronic controls, and instrumentation equipment.
• Maintains automatic controls at lift stations and treatment plants.
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical/electronic equipment including generators.
• Designs, tests, and maintains the SCADA system.

Skills

Electrical repair

PLC troubleshooting

Instrumentation & controls

Reading schematics

4-20 mA circuitry

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Job description

Are you ready to dive into a career where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth? Cary is seeking a skilled and passionate Electronics Technician to be a driving force in the maintenance, repair, and installation of cutting-edge instrumentation and electrical/electronic control systems within our remote wastewater infrastructure facilities.

Picture yourself at the forefront of innovation, tackling complex tasks that keep our community's essential services running smoothly. From wastewater pumping stations to sophisticated odor control systems, you'll be the hero behind the scenes, ensuring seamless operation across Cary, Morrisville, Apex, and Wake County's Research Triangle Park.

Under the mentorship of our seasoned leadership team—including the Utility Systems Manager, Utility Systems Maintenance Supervisor, and Utility Systems Maintenance Field Supervisor—you'll have the chance to unleash your full potential. Collaborate with fellow Electronics Technicians throughout the Utilities Department, exchanging ideas and expertise to drive continuous improvement and excellence.

If you're someone who thrives on problem-solving, innovation, and making a tangible impact, we want you on our team. Join us in the dynamic world of utility services, where every connection you make helps build a stronger, more resilient community.

Electronic Technician positions are part of our established career ladder program that provides for the advancement of non-supervisory staff members in eligible positions who demonstrate increasing levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is a "critical position", meaning employees are required to report to work during adverse weather or other emergency situations, to ensure continued operation of the facility.

Anticipated hiring range - $59,737.60 - $69,492.80 (higher salary may be considered for applicants with extensive direct experience).

Responsibilities

• Performs periodic calibration and observation checks of meters, chart recorders, electronic control valves, circuit boards, motor control centers, pumps, motors, and complicated instrumentation equipment;
• Maintains automatic controls at all Town lift stations, wastewater treatment, and water treatment plants;
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on all electrical and electronic equipment, including emergency generators;
• Makes recommendations on equipment or instrumentation needed for use in upcoming budgets;
• Designs, tests, implements, and maintains the SCADA system;
• Provides input on technical equipment specifications relating to future projects or expansion involving pump maintenance and treatment plant design plans;
• Maintains all records associated with instrumentation which include daily, weekly, and monthly flow charts;
• Responds to failure in any of the electrical systems and makes necessary replacements or repairs;
• Performs equipment upgrades and modifications;
• Purchases electrical and electronic material or equipment as necessary;
• Installs new equipment; pulls new service connections for motors, etc.;
• Performs On-Call duties on a rotating schedule including after hours and weekends;
• Performs other job-related tasks as required.

Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical and electronic components of remote wastewater infrastructure and equipment including lift stations, pumping systems, chemical feeds, instrumentation and controls, programmable logic controllers, forced air odor control systems, standby power systems, electrical controls, motor control centers, and best practices for electrical repair and restoration; comprehensive knowledge of personal computers; comprehensive knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work; comprehensive knowledge of the principles of radio transmitting and receiving theory; ability to read and understand schematics and circuit wiring diagrams; ability to work independently; knowledge of PLCs and troubleshooting of hardware and software including 4-20 ma circuitry; ability to use and care for tools used in the testing and repair of instruments and control devices; ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to troubleshoot electrical and electronics problems; ability to work under adverse weather conditions;Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an Associate degree program with a degree in Electronics and some experience in repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, diagnostic services, and restoration of electronics and electrical equipment.

Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Requires experience with single phase and three-phase industrial voltage equipment and systems.

Requires experience working with electrical voltage up to 480-volts.

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Preferences

• Possession of a valid Journeyman Electrician Certificate of Competency.
• Grade I or higher wastewater collection system operator’s certification issued by the State of NC.