SCADA/Instrumentation Technician II

WSACC; Concord (NC); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County is seeking a SCADA/Instrumentation Technician I to install, maintain, and repair control systems across treatment plants and pumping stations. The role requires knowledge of SCADA, instrumentation, electrical control systems, and AutoCAD drawing interpretation.

Associates/Technical degree in electronics or related field is required; NC Grade II Wastewater Operator certification or the ability to obtain it is expected.

Qualifications

• Associates/Technical degree in electronics, instrumentation, or related field.
• Experience with electrical control systems and instrumentation.
• Ability to read drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Forklift operation and safety competencies beneficial.
• NC Grade II Wastewater Operator certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair process measurement and control systems.
• Operate SCADA, instrumentation, and electrical control equipment.
• Read drawings, schematics, and project specifications.
• Diagnose issues and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Coordinate with engineers and regulatory representatives as needed.

Skills

SCADA

Electrical instrumentation

AutoCAD

PLC

Troubleshooting

Education

Associates/Technical degree in electronics or related field

Job description

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A person in this position performs difficult technical work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of process measurements and control systems, electrical/electronic controller and, continuous emissions monitoring systems, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Date Acquisition) systems, and other systems required for operation of treatment plants, pumping stations, and related facilities, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the SCADA/Instrumentation Supervisor. Oversight is exercised over all SCADA/Instrumentation Technician I's.

Thorough knowledge of water and wastewater treatment process, operation of Pure Oxygen Plant; thorough knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures in electrical, SCADA and instrumentation maintenance and repair work; thorough knowledge of preparing various reports; thorough knowledge of the use of equipment, automation, and materials needed to perform job functions; thorough knowledge of standard office equipment and applicable software applications; thorough knowledge of the use of Auto CAD, PLC and SCADA software applications; general knowledge of the use of hand tools; general knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions required in the work; ability to read and interpret drawings, sketches, and schematics; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms; ability to diagnose improper operation of equipment or devices and to take proper corrective or remedial action; ability to make arithmetic computations; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to use basic algebra, Boolean Logic and trigonometry to solve problems; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with engineers, regulatory agency representatives, and associates.

Education:

Associates/Technical degree with coursework in electronics, electrical instrumentation, computerized controls or related field and considerable experience in working with electrical control systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

License or Certification:

• Possession of or ability to obtain a Forklift Operator certification within 3 months of employment.
• Arc Flash/SCBA-Fit Test/Confined Space and Fire Extinguisher training within 12 months of employment.
• Possession of or ability to obtain NC Grade II Wastewater Operator certification.
• Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina.
• Complete hands-on CPR/First Aid when offered by employer
• Obtain a Work Zone Safety certification for the State of North Carolina when offered by employer
• Ability to complete all of the designated WSACC's Environmental and Health Training (EHS) for this position by the end of the first calendar year after employment.