Senior Instrument Technician – Advanced Calibration & Systems

American Water Works Association

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 74,000 - 104,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

American Water Works Association seeks an Instrument Technician II to perform complex maintenance, calibration and repair of electronic and pneumatic instrumentation and related systems. The role requires installation, troubleshooting and collaboration with supervisors to ensure reliable process control and data logging.

Responsibilities include reviewing schedules, planning maintenance, and ensuring safe work practices in potentially hazardous areas.

Qualifications

Knowledge of maintenance and repair of electronic equipment.
Understanding of electrical circuits and wiring theories.
Knowledge of solid state circuitry used in computers and PLCs.
Familiarity with safety hazards and precautions.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, calibration and testing of instrument systems to prevent failures.
Repair and adjust equipment to meet operating standards.
Review work orders and blueprints with supervision for maintenance projects.
Plan tools and sequences for maintenance activities and coordinate with team.
Assist in design or modification of equipment.
Maintain inventory of tools, parts and records.
Instruct operations/maintenance staff to improve understanding of equipment.
Work may occur in hazardous areas such as sewage sumps and high voltage zones.