SCADA Technician (ITP-C)

Seattle Public Utilities; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 137,367,000 - 206,053,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Utilities is seeking two Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Communications Technicians to support Water and Wastewater SCADA infra. The role spans field and bench work, with 24/7 on-call support to repair SCADA components and ensure data flows to the operations center.

Requirements include an Associate Degree in electrical engineering or electronics technology and a minimum of three years’ experience with electronic communications equipment and SCADA systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical engineering, electronics tech, or related field.
• Three years of experience installing, maintaining, repairing and testing electronic communications equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support SPU SCADA integration across Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste lines.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain field instrumentation and control equipment.
• Assist in building and operating SCADA telecommunications systems and PLCs.
• Create wiring diagrams, schematics, prints, and as-builts.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support to repair SCADA components.

Skills

Process instrumentation

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Network communications

CCNA knowledge

Water infrastructure knowledge

Team collaboration

Documentation

MS Office / Visio

Maximo experience

Education

Associate Degree in electrical engineering or electronics technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Maximo

Outlook

CCNA concepts

Job description

Position Description

An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking two (2) Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Communications Technicians to work with the Water and Wastewater SCADA Infrastructure.

These positions will provide 24-hour technical support and maintenance of data communications between field sites and the Operations Control Center. This is a core system that monitors and controls the transmission, treatment, distribution and water quality of the regional water supply serving about 1.6 million people, acts to ensure the operability of automated wastewater pump stations, combined sewer overflow (CSO) instrumentation, rain gauge sites, and instrumentation monitoring critical data from key areas throughout the entire SPU Line of Business. These positions are represented by L77-IT-IBEW.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.6 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

About We know work isn’t only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Job Responsibilities

These positions support the Water, Solid Waste, Drainage and Wastewater (DWW) SCADA integration project and requires a unique skill set of both field and bench work. IT component involves data acquired from field instruments that is transmitted to a control center via a dedicated SCADA network

• Work across SPU lines of business (water, wastewater and solid waste) supporting the network infrastructure (hardware) and applications (software) components of the SCADA system
• Install, calibrate, and maintain drainage and wastewater field instrumentation and control equipment
• Assist in building and operating SCADA telecommunication systems, including network hardware and programmable logic controllers and field equipment
• Create input/update wiring diagrams, schematics, prints, as-builts and other documentation
• Maintain and calibrate equipment including flow monitors and rain gauge sensors
• Provide 24/7 on-call support to promptly repair malfunctioning SCADA components

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education: Associate Degree in electrical engineering or electronics Technology or a related field of study.

Experience: Three (3) years’ experience in the installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of electronic communications equipment and instruments. Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirement.

Licensing

• Current, valid Driver’s License or evidence of equivalent mobility is required.

To be successful in this role, a candidate will possess some of the following skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Experience with process instrumentation and control equipment
• Experience with installing, programming and maintaining PLCs
• Experience maintaining equipment, hardware and software associated with utility SCADA systems
• Experience with Network Communications Equipment and network maintenance highly desirable; CISCO CCNA classification a plus
• Knowledge of water, wastewater, drainage and wastewater and other utility systems, including SCADA systems for drainage and wastewater distribution systems and water treatment plants
• Able to plan and coordinate work activities and to work collaboratively with teams and crews impacted by SCADA
• Good written and oral communication skills, especially when conveying technical information to non-technical audiences
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with diverse technical skills
• Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi -cultural workforce serving diverse customer base
• Excellent organizational and documentation capabilities
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite including Visio, AutoCAD experience a plus
• Experience with CCSS, Outlook and Maximo (or other work management system).

Additional Information

Working Environment/Physical Demands

• This position requires five (5) days on-site. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor
• Ability to work outdoors, nights, evenings, weekends and/or holidays as required
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations, as needed
• Be part of an on-call rotation, as needed
• Stand, walk, bend or work in confined spaces, around live sewage, near high voltage equipment, around high noise levels, at heights for extended periods of time, or around toxic/hazardous substances
• Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds

Who may apply

The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The full salary range for this position is: $47.94 — 71.91 hourly

This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

SPU’s safety program requires a pre-employment medical assessment as a condition of employment in this position.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Application Requirement(s)

• An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration.
• Please DO NOT attach resumes and cover letters, as they will not be considered in the review of candidate’s qualifications.