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City of Casper Instrument and Controls Technician - Water Treatment Plant in United States
Instrument and Controls Technician - Water Treatment Plant
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Instrument and Controls Technician - Water Treatment Plant
Salary
$59,820.80 - $80,766.40 Annually
Location
Water Treatment Plant - Casper, WY
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
1079-03
Department
Public Services Department
Division
Water Treatment Plant (521)
Opening Date
09/06/2024
Closing Date
9/29/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Description
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Class Summary
Assigned to: Water Treatment Plant
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4pm (with rotational on-call)
Incumbents are responsible for performing a variety of skilled work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater utilities including instrumentation, controls, equipment, and fixtures.
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
Receives general supervision from the Plant Maintenance Supervisor and higher-level management staff.
Typical Class Essential Duties
Maintains and repairs existing electrical wiring systems; installs, alters, maintains, and repairs electronic wiring systems, SCADA control equipment, flow measuring equipment, systems, and programs.
Orders installs, and tests all new electronic equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance checks and calibrations; completes corrective maintenance duties as assigned following set priority ratings and procedures.
Repairs calibrates, and maintains utility system alarm systems, feeders, mixers, telemetry systems, monitoring equipment, metering equipment, pump motors, and controllers.
Operates necessary electrical/electronic test equipment, oscilloscopes, ammeters, ohmmeters, voltage meters, specialized meters, computers, and instrumentation equipment.
Installs equipment, including small motors, coils, and small transformers.
Installs maintains, and troubleshoots electrical systems related to water and wastewater pumping, booster stations, collection system, and related control equipment.
Completes appropriate operational and maintenance records; inputs and retrieves a variety of information using a computer terminal.
Serves standby duty after hours and on weekends and holidays for water treatment plant, water distribution, sewer collection, or wastewater treatment plant emergencies as needed.
Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Knowledge (position requirements at entry):
Knowledge of:
• Systematic troubleshooting procedures.
• Standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical and electronics trade.
• Electrical and electronic maintenance procedures.
• Supervisory control and data acquisition systems.
• Theory and practical application of electronic control systems.
• Ladder diagrams and programming.
• Provisions of electrical codes applicable to installation, maintenance, and repair work.
• Tools, equipment, and materials used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electronic systems.
• Work order and facilities management system computer programs.
Abilities (position requirements at entry):
Ability to:
• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
• Read and interpret technical manuals and drawings.
• Troubleshoot and repair defects in electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
• Make confined space entries.
• Install and repair a variety of electronic systems related to water purification, water distribution, sewage collection, and wastewater treatment; repair a variety of electrical installations.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Work from drawings, specifications, and blueprints.
• Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
Skills (position requirements at entry):
Skill in:
• Oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction.
• Operating modern office equipment, software, and operating systems/applications.
• Identifying and resolving operational, technical, and procedural problems.
• Planning and determining priorities.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, drawings, and blueprints.
• Reading and interpreting meters, gauges, charts, and a variety of instruments.
• Reading and interpreting design, PID, control, and electrical drawings.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications per established procedures or standards
• Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Performing mathematical calculations.
• Providing customer service.
Training, Experience & Certifications
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in electrical maintenance, electric engineering, or a closely related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in maintenance and repair of instrumentation and control systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed below.
LICENSING and CERTIFICATIONS
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year from the date of hire, a Limited Electrical or Low Voltage License.
• Possession of a Wyoming driver’s license.
Supplemental Information & Physical Requirements
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre-employment drug test. Applicants who have failed a pre-employment screen or have been terminated from the City of Casper are ineligible for employment consideration for 12 months. You will become eligible for consideration 12 months from the date of your incident (pre-employment screen or termination).
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes.
Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence.
Physical and Environmental Conditions:
City of Casper employees that perform safety-sensitive tasks are subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing. These tasks include, but may not be limited to:
• Emergency response/rescue
• Handling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid waste
• Operating or maintaining water and wastewater systems
• Maintaining City computer and data systems including networks, servers, communication systems, etc.
• Driving for the City of Casper, whether essential or non-essential
• Operating power-driven machinery or equipment
• Handling confidential information, including personnel, health, financial, or attorney-client information
• Working with or around children
Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, restrictions, confined workspaces, and intense noises.
The City of Casper offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees. For more information on any of our benefits, please call Human Resources at (307) 235-8344.
Benefit Programs: Look at these amazing benefits!
CIGNA Health
Delta Dental
VSP Vision
Medical Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending
MASA Supplementary Ambulance Care
Voya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness Plans
Short-term and Long-term Disability Options
Life Insurance
457/IRA Retirement Options
Employees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling Services
Pet Insurance
Legal Shield/ID Shield
Ten Paid Holidays Annually
Wyoming Retirement System - Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.
Public Employee Pension Plan:
Employer 9.37% Employee 9.25%
Law Enforcement Pension Plan
Employer 10.6% Employee 6.6%
Paid Fire B Pension Plan
Employer 16.00% Employee 11.245%
Paid Time Off (PTO): The City of Casper (City) recognizes that a period of leisure, or recreation, away from the job is beneficial. A new full-time employee will receive an advance of 80 PTO hours on their start date. Each full-time employee’s PTO accrual is limited to a total of 720 hours, which equates to 18 weeks (40-hours per week) of PTO.
Tuition Reimbursement: Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.
Cordico - Mobile Wellness Ap: On-demand access to relevant trusted and effective wellness resources.
Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members.
Ergonomic Assessments: Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.
Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events:
Service Awards Luncheon - To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon. This event includes catered food, awards, and great door prizes.
Annual Employee Golf Tournament - Swing into Fun: Join us for our annual employee golf tournament. This event is typically in late Summer at our Municipal Golf Course and offers food and door prizes. Open to current employees, retirees, and family members.
Employee Holiday Breakfast – Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper. We invite all employees to kick off the holiday season with our Annual Holiday Breakfast.
Chili Skate Night – Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena. Employees and their families are invited to join us for an evening of icy fun and delicious chili.
Wellness Programs – Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees.
Leadership and Employee Development – We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success. Human Resources provides employee training and mentoring opportunities to foster leadership and employee development within our organization.