Instrumentation Controls Technician

Central States Water Resources; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health/dental/vision coverage (90% by

5% company 401(k) contribution

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Stable industry with long-term career

Job summary

Central States Water Resources is seeking an experienced technician to maintain and troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for water utilities in the Dallas area.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical/instrumentation with water/wastewater exposure, high school diploma, and knowledge of utility regulations. On-call work, safety adherence, and hands-on field training are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in electrical and instrumentation including control panels.
• Must have water/wastewater experience.
• Minimum high school graduate.
• Knowledge of Federal, state, and local requirement for utility systems.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Install monitoring and control technologies (Hightide), VFDs, and electrical equipment (control panels, flow meters).
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Diagnose and repair equipment, and perform circuit analysis.
• Calibrate equipment according to specified standards.
• Ensure equipment and systems meet regulatory and compliance standards.
• Participate in safety programs and work in a safe, accurate, and compliant environment.
• Initiates work orders pertaining to utilities equipment and information systems, and ensures work orders are accurate and complete.
• Ensures compliance with all electrical code requirements.
• Perform work on water and wastewater system and related equipment as necessary.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Electrical & instrumentation

Water/wastewater experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Dallas, TX

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Major Job Duties

Responsible for performing a variety of technical duties relating to the electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and control functions of our water and water systems.

What We Offer:

• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 5% automatic company 401(k) contribution
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Stable, essential industry with long-term career opportunity
• Supportive team environment with hands-on field work and training

Primary Responsibilities

• Install monitoring and control technologies (Hightide), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and industrial control and electrical equipment (control panels, flow meters, etc.)
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment and systems
• Diagnose and repair equipment, and perform circuit analysis
• Calibrate equipment according to specified standards
• Ensure that equipment and systems meet regulatory and compliance standards
• Participate in safety programs and work in a safe, accurate, and compliant environment
• Initiates work orders pertaining to utilities equipment and information systems, and ensures work orders are accurate and complete
• Ensures compliance with all electrical code requirements
• Performs work on water and wastewater system and related equipment as necessary
• All other duties as assigned

Education/Skills

• 5+ years’ experience in electrical and instrumentation including control panels
• Must have water/wastewater experience
• Minimum high school graduate
• Knowledge of Federal, state, and local requirement for utility systems
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 75 pounds
• Exposure to potential hazards such as chemicals, fumes, and odors
• Will work in confined spaces
• Willingness to be on call in emergency situations