Wastewater Instrumentation Technician

Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission: Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride

Vision: To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay

Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity

Largo's commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO ... Naturally A Great Place to Work!

Closing:

Continuous

Salary:

$27.57 hourly rate

Job Summary:

Skilled technical work in the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of complex high voltage electronic and electrical equipment (up to 240 - 480 voltage) used in wastewater treatment or lift stations. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment within established technical standards under the supervision of a Utilities Supervisor. Work is subjected to inspection in progress and upon completion. Wastewater Instrumentation Technicians work on an assigned shift; however, employees in this classification may be required to work irregular hours in emergency situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan
• Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals, and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture

Management

• Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
• Follows suggested procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance

Technical

• Repairs, configures, and calibrates electronic equipment such as: various types of flow meters/recorders, generator systems, atmosphere monitoring equipment, variable frequency drives, flow proportioning and high-resolution chemical feed equipment, various types of PLCs and associated devices, as well as independent controllers used in wastewater treatment or wastewater collections; following manufacturers specifications using common hand tools and various types of test instruments
• Tests, repairs, and calibrates faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction; works closely with systems integrator to further diagnose instrument scaling and I/O point checks
• Tests electronic components and circuits to detect and locate defects, using multimeters, 4-20ma signal generators, thermographic camera imaging and heat analysis and oscilloscopes; replaces defective components and wiring and adjusts mechanical parts, using power tools, common hand tools, and soldering irons
• Performs routine preventive maintenance; aligns, adjusts, and calibrates equipment according to manufacturer specifications
• Replaces and repairs SCADA equipment, lift station control panels, reclaimed water pump stations, meter cans, disconnects, junction boxes, and automatic transfer switches which includes low and 3 phase high voltage electrical equipment
• Operates and maintains emergency generators and lift station pumps
• Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests; corrects and updates schematics, electrical prints, and other related paperwork; keeps accurate records of all repairs, preventive maintenance, calibrations, and tests performed
• Submits purchase requisitions to Utilities Supervisor as appropriate and maintains stock of repair parts, tools, and equipment
• Attends National Electric Code (NEC) Training to maintain a working knowledge of the most current NEC requirements and safe practices

Team Skills

• Supports honest and transparent decision-making
• Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
• Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same

Performs related work as required.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) and two (2) years of vocational, technical or journeyman level training and (2) years of hands-on experience in electrical 120v/ 240v and 480v 3 phase electrical voltage and instrumentation; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• PLC, HMI, VFD, or SCADA troubleshooting experience
• VFD programming preferred
• Prefer certification, license and or degree in Electrical or Instrumentation
• Valid Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge and proficiency in
  • methods and techniques used in the installation, diagnosis, repair, calibration, and maintenance of high voltage electrical and electronic equipment
  • applying the most current NEC and Arc Flash Protection requirements on the job
  • safety and safe working practices pertaining to high voltage electrical work
• Knowledge of antenna theory and related test equipment used to diagnose transmit/receive problems with radio telemetry systems
• Skill in the proper use of precision testing apparatus and hand tools
• Ability to
  • make inspections, analyze document results, and maintain accurate technical records
  • communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
  • make field and bench repairs
• Familiarity with
  • VTSCADA
  • delta and wye banks

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment: 20% inside a climate-controlled building; 80% outside which includes driving. Requires work around high voltage.

Physical Requirements: The essential functions of the job require: sitting approximately three (3) hours per day, standing approximately three (3) hours per day, and walking approximately two (2) hours per day. The job also requires frequent: bending/stooping, climbing, grasping, kneeling, pulling, repetitive motion, lifting objects weighing up to 44 pounds, with occasional: fine manipulations, pushing, reaching, carrying objects weighing up to 44 pounds. On rare occasions the work requires: lifting and carrying objects weighing more than 45 pounds.

Sensory Requirements: Hearing: Ability to detect proper equipment operation and understand what others are saying in normal conversation. Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others and speak effectively on the telephone. Seeing: Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, operate a vehicle, detect color coding, and read normal and/or fine print.

Driving Requirements: The work requires occasional driving and possession of a valid Florida Class "E" Driver License.

Technology: The work requires ability to operate telephones, smart phones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and/or laptop computers, calculators, and all associated software.  The work also requires proficiency with computer hardware and software programs including word, spreadsheet and/or database applications, internet applications, and database management.

Other Machines: The work requires the ability to operate the following machines: forklift, man lift, and motorized carts.

Tools: The work requires proficiency with grinders, band saws, drills, conduit benders, saws, and dremels or other tools as required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Yes - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)

No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

No - CREDIT CHECK

No - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE: As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department's electronic data.