Instrumentation & Electrical Technician: Maintenance & Controls

Stafford County; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County is seeking Instrumentation and Electrical Technicians at levels I–III to support maintenance of electrical and instrumentation systems in county facilities. The role includes basic preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and installation tasks across a variety of equipment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with progression toward CCST Level I or Virginia Journeyman license, and familiarity with GIS, SCADA, CMMS, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Possesses a working familiarity with the methods and procedures of the instrumentation and electrical trades.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of tools, equipment, and materials used in the Instrumentation and Electrical trades, as well as basic mathematics, computer usage, and English.
• Ability to assist in preventative maintenance and repairs to a variety of instrumentation and control equipment and electrical equipment.
• Ability to work on-call as needed.
• Possesses the ability to develop a working knowledge of the Organization's Information Technology systems, including GIS, SCADA, CMMS, as well Microsoft Office.
• Able to effectively communicate with all Instrumentation and Electrical Technicians and customers.
• Able to operate a county vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Possesses the ability to follow established policies and procedures in the performance of duties.
• Possesses the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, communicate effectively, and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Assists in basic preventive maintenance and repairs on instrumentation and electrical equipment including, but not limited to, float level switches, submersible pressure transmitters, lighting fixtures, switches and outlets, pressure transmitters, magnetic flow meters, etc.;
• Ensures that the work area and storage cabinets are well-maintained, organized, and clean;
• Locates instruments and electrical devices in the facilities process and identifies and uses the correct tools such as digital multi-meter, ammeter, hand tools, etc., necessary to perform assigned function;
• Completes instrumentation and electrical equipment performance checks, and records findings;
• Performs measuring, cutting, and installation of electrical conduit under the direction of an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician II or higher;
• Under direct supervision, installs electrical raceways using required tools such as cutters, threaders, benders, clamps, hangers, etc.;
• Communicates and works closely with other Instrumentation and Electrical Technicians on daily work assignments, projects, and tasks;
• Utilizes appropriate PPE such as safety glasses, ear protection, hard hat, etc. before beginning an assigned project;
• Operates a county vehicle;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Digital multi-meter

Ammeter

Hand tools

PPE usage

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED

CCST Level I Certification

Virginia Journeyman Electrical License

Tools

GIS

SCADA

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stafford County is seeking Instrumentation and Electrical Technicians at levels I–III to support maintenance of electrical and instrumentation systems in county facilities. The role includes basic preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and installation tasks across a variety of equipment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with progression toward CCST Level I or Virginia Journeyman license, and familiarity with GIS, SCADA, CMMS, and Microsoft Office.