Industrial Instrumentation and Controls Technician

City of Boise; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-cost medical coverage for you and

Family benefits

PERSI retirement

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

City of Boise seeks a lead instrumentation technician to support installation, calibration and maintenance of industrial instrumentation and control systems at water treatment facilities and other public works sites.

The role requires experience with electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic instrumentation and PLC-connected instruments, and operates under limited supervision to solve technical challenges in a critical infrastructure setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 years of experience installing, repairing and maintaining industrial instrumentation and control systems, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Ability to obtain Idaho Wastewater Treatment Class I License or OIT within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead journey-level installation, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair on diverse instrumentation and control devices per codes and site standards.
• Plan and execute tasks requiring judgment, analysis and research while considering priority and impact to operations.
• Create and maintain maintenance records and schedules using asset management programs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in instrumentation

Tools

SCADA systems

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Process simulators

Calibrators & device calibrators

Job description

This role performs advanced, lead-level work supporting the maintenance, calibration, and installation of a wide range of industrial instrumentation and control systems used at advanced water renewal (wastewater treatment) facilities and other public works utilities.

We’re looking for individuals with experience working on electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic instrumentation - whether gained in water/wastewater, manufacturing, industrial automation, food and beverage processing, refinery operations, power generation, or other process-driven environments. Skills in troubleshooting, maintaining, or installing sensors, control valves, PLC-connected instruments, or similar equipment transfer extremely well into this position.

You’ll ensure all instrumentation is properly installed and maintained according to manufacturer specifications and regulatory requirements. This position operates under limited supervision and is ideal for someone who enjoys independently solving technical challenges in a critical infrastructure setting.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 years of experience installing, repairing and maintaining industrial instrumentation and control systems, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Electrical Specialty Journey level License- Idaho Limited Energy, International Society of Automation Certified Control Systems Technician (ISA-CCST) or an International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians Certification (ISCET) or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain an Idaho Wastewater Treatment Class I License or Operator in Training (OIT) certificate within six months of employment.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
• This position is required to handle hazardous materials that if mishandled, place the general public at risk of serious injury.

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family
• PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer

This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing.

Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Coordinates day-to-day work, delegates tasks and sets deadlines for the assigned team. Provides guidance, direction and support for training and reviews work. Ensures effective collaboration with other teams. Listens to team members’ input and feedback and resolves any issues or conflicts.

Leads and performs journey-level installation, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair on diverse types of industrial process instruments and control devices per regulatory codes, manufacturer’s specifications and site standards. Plans and executes complicated tasks requiring considerable judgement, independent analysis and research while considering assigned priority and potential impact to facility operations. Conducts verification and calibration processes on a broad array and type of measuring devices and instrumentation, including safety equipment, to ensure complete accuracy and viability.

Creates and maintains detailed maintenance records utilizing computerized asset management programs, ensuring compliance with local, state and federal rules, regulations and laws. Analyzes and leads the collection and recording of equipment information and the development of maintenance schedules and procedures.

Acts as lead, overseeing tasks, training new staff and providing guidance in the absence of a supervisor as required. Assists other skilled trades with the general operation, maintenance and repair of industrial wastewater equipment and facilities while providing advanced expertise on instrumentation and controls. Maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment.

Attends and completes assigned training as required to ensure compliance with city policy, state and federal regulation and maintain professional licensing and certification.

Conducts daily, weekly, monthly and annual health checks and inspections on various instruments and controls to ensure proper maintenance and functionality. Initiates corrective actions and communication to others after evaluating risks and impacts to operation and/or data integrity.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of:; wastewater operation and process control theory and practices; mechanical and electrical instrument systems and calibration methods; occupational hazards and safety procedures; multi-meters, process simulators, oscilloscopes, device and loop calibrators and Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems; blueprints and circuit schematics reading and interpretation; city policies, procedures and protocols; operation/use of required equipment and tools; and computer usage including related software.

Ability to:; lead others by providing day-to-day tactical direction and managing daily workloads; effectively research, scope, execute, and complete complex maintenance, repair, and installation projects timely and with minimal adverse impacts to water treatment processes; troubleshoot electronic and pneumatic systems; maintain required certifications; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Associate's degree in instrumentation or similar discipline.

Nine years of advanced experience installing, repairing and maintaining industrial instrumentation and control systems.

Demonstrated understanding of wastewater treatment plant processes.

Two years of experience leading a small team.

Four years of experience with asset/maintenance softwareThe physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, occasionally lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 101+ pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 101+ pounds. The noise level is always moderate, frequently loud and occasionally very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, runn, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.Additional physical efforts include: ability to work on equipment that can only be reached from ladders and lift equipment.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. Employees work in industrial areas, on stairs or uneven surfaces, near open tanks and near ditches, and in confined spaces. Employees are subject to slip hazards caused from ice/snow in winter, wet floors, uneven and undeveloped work surfaces. Protected exposure to insects, chemicals and atmospheric hazards.

This position works: evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required and reports to the facility in times of emergencies. Work may be performed/ assigned at any of the city’s public works utilities. Employees may work at remote or isolated facilities a considerable distance from supporting resources.