Electronics Technician I — SCADA & Field Instrumentation

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

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.