Instrumentation and Control Technician

City of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

The City of Tucson is seeking an Instrumentation and Control Technician to install, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments across the water system. You will support remote sites, validate data, and ensure safe, compliant operation.

Responsibilities include servicing flow meters, level sensors, water quality monitors, and PLC/SCADA equipment, with attention to documentation, safety, and continuous improvement of performance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Equivalency allowed year-for-year for education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Travel to city locations to maintain instrumentation and control devices.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative checks on equipment.
• Calibrate instruments at water facilities for accurate readings.
• Conduct functional tests on PLCs, sensors and telemetry data; document results.
• Diagnose malfunctions in instrumentation and PLC control systems; perform repairs or updates.

Skills

Instrumentation

Control Systems

PLC

SCADA

Maintenance

Calibration

Diagnostics

Telemetry

Data Analysis

Education

Associate degree

Tools

PLC programming

HMI software

Fluke meters

Job description

Position Summary

The Instrumentation and Control Technician position at the City of Tucson’s Water Department is responsible for installing, maintaining, calibrating, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic, mechanical and pneumatic instruments, including control systems used to monitor and regulate processes within the water distribution and production system. This position maintains communications for various remote sites throughout Tucson and validates systems to ensure proper operation, accurate control and reliable data collection. Work is performed under the supervision of the Electronics Technician Supervisor. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Travels to various city locations to maintain instrumentation and control devices, including flow meters, pressure transducers, level sensors, water quality monitors, chemical analyzers and remote communications systems.
• Performs routine maintenance and preventative checks on existing equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Drives to various water facilities to calibrate instruments to ensure accurate reading.
• Conducts functional tests on PLC control systems, water quality sensors and telemetry data, documenting all results within maintenance management systems to maintain compliance and operational standards.
• Diagnoses malfunctions in instrumentation, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) control systems, Ladder Logic software and radio communications at various water sites.
• Identifies faulty components and performs necessary repairs, replacements or software updates to restore functionality and minimize downtime.
• Interacts with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to monitor water distribution and production operations.
• Analyzes system data to identify potential issues, ensure data accuracy and verify control parameters to optimize performance.
• Utilizes data insights to diagnose problems and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintains detailed records of maintenance activities, calibrations, repairs and system performance.
• Ensures adherence to safety protocols and regulations related to the handling of chemicals, electrical systems and work in confined spaces within water treatment facilities.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

This position is a primary driver and will be expected to operate a city vehicle. Must have open availability. This position requires work in various climate and working conditions and includes indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment. This position also requires weekend, evening, and on-call hours as well as travel to all Tucson Water sites, some of which are in remote locations and requires the ability to work in various weather conditions. All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate degree

Experience: Two (2) years of relevant experience

Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Electrical Systems or Equipment Repair and Service.
• Electronic or Instrumentation training from a recognized trade or technical school, or equivalent military training.
• Experience in maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting instrumentation and control systems.
• Three (3) or more years of experience working with instrumentation and controls.
• Experience in programming and configuring PLCs and software for Human-Machine Interface (HMI)/PLC systems.
• Hands-on experience with pressure transmitters, flow meters, analytical instrumentation, level transmitters, and Fluke process meters.
• Experience interpreting wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) drawings.

Position Details

Job Profile J2250 - Electronics Technician

View full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade G106 Hourly Range $24.16 - 36.24 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Non-Exempt Position Type Regular Time Type Full time Department Water Utility Department Link https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Water

Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Pre-employment Medical Testing

• Basic Physical Exam
• 50lb Lift test

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. The city does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

ADA Accessibility Compliant Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

City Organization

The City of Tucson, founded in 1775 and incorporated in 1877, is a City Manager-led Mayor and Council government organization comprised of over 5,000 dedicated employees.

Tucson Community

The City of Tucson is recognized as a Top 20 “Best City in America” by Resonance Consultancy. Tucson, Arizona, is a thriving center for bioscience, aerospace/defense, optics, mining, and logistics. With a city population of more than 540,000 and a regional population of more than 1 million, Tucson has 330-plus days of sunshine a year and is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A small-town feel with big-city amenities complements its natural beauty. You can learn more about Tucson, Arizona at Visit Tucson, Arizona.