Lead Instrument Technician — Wastewater Control Systems

City of Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Sewer Authority seeks a Senior Instrument Technician to install, repair, maintain, and adjust instruments controlling wastewater process variables. You will diagnose hardware/software issues in real-time control systems and support training for operational staff.

The role requires strong calibration, testing, and documentation skills within a public utility setting. You will oversee Instrument Technicians, contribute to maintenance scheduling, and participate in budgeting and reporting

Qualifications

• Must have formal education in mechanical, electrical or electronic technology with qualifying experience in maintenance or installation of electronic/industrial equipment.
• Experience diagnosing hardware and software problems in real-time processing computers is required.
• Open competitive process with multiple qualification paths (A–D) as listed.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, maintain and adjust control instruments for flows, temperature and pressure.
• Troubleshoot and replace defective parts in control systems and instruments.
• Test assemblies to ensure conformance with specifications and calibrate as needed.
• Prepare reports, maintain records and assist in budgeting for the area.
• Supervise and train Instrument Technicians and other staff as required.

Skills

Maintenance & repair

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Control systems knowledge

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/electronic technology

Associate's degree in mechanical/electrical/electronic technology

High School diploma with related coursework

Equivalent combination of education/experience

Tools

Voltmeters

Ammeters

Oscilloscopes

Resistance bridges

Potentiometers

Job description

Buffalo Sewer Authority seeks a Senior Instrument Technician to install, repair, maintain, and adjust instruments controlling wastewater process variables. You will diagnose hardware/software issues in real-time control systems and support training for operational staff.

The role requires strong calibration, testing, and documentation skills within a public utility setting. You will oversee Instrument Technicians, contribute to maintenance scheduling, and participate in budgeting and reporting