Automation Analyst - Hardware

LED FastStart•Houma, LA

About The Position

Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government’s Automation Analyst is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical, electronic, and telemetry equipment used in the Parish’s automated pump and control systems. The position monitors system performance, responds to alerts and alarms, and troubleshoots equipment to support optimal performance and minimize downtime. It requires flexibility, including shift work, on-call availability, and responding during emergencies such as storms or system failures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
One year of experience in the field of telemetry.
Valid Louisiana driver's license.
Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and work with electrical systems, PLCs, telemetry hardware and software, control panels, and test equipment.
Familiarity with electrical engineering mathematics.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for diagnosing electrical, mechanical, and automation issues.
Ability to take initiative, work independently in the field, and support team goals.
Ability to prioritize tasks, balance routine inspections with urgent repairs, and respond quickly to failures or emergencies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for relaying technical information to supervisors, contractors, and team members.
Detail-oriented organizational skills for maintaining records, completing checklists, tracking repairs, and managing tools and materials.
Availability for shift work, on-call rotation, and emergency response, including during storms or system failures.

Responsibilities

Install and maintain electrical and automation equipment and components at Parish locations.
Assemble, wire, and integrate control panels for engines, motors, and pump systems.
Monitor telemetry systems for alerts, failures, alarms, water levels, and weather conditions, and initiate pump-down operations as needed.
Inspect electric pump stations and generators for problems such as burned wires, faulty batteries, unusual noises, leaks, and vibrations.
Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot telemetry, electrical, automation, and mechanical problems in pump stations and related equipment.
Maintain and repair diesel and electric pumps, generators, control panels, tools, and vehicles.
Perform preventive maintenance on generators and backup systems and verify their functionality.
Install, repair, replace, and program telemetry (PLC) systems and failed automation parts.
Assist with building, testing, and updating telemetry control panels and automation equipment.
Install new automation and radio communication systems at pump stations.
Support IDEC programming and DC monitoring tasks.
Adjust floats and determine appropriate water levels to improve pump station performance.
Gather materials and assist with purchasing automation components, including soft starts, PLCs, batteries, and solar panels.
Complete daily and weekly vehicle inspection checklists and maintain accurate work logs.
Complete assigned tasks from the Supervisor promptly and professionally.
Cross-train with Electrical Technicians and assist them as needed.
Attend monthly safety meetings and complete required annual training.
Participate in an on-call rotation, respond to telemetry system issues, and perform emergency repairs.
Coordinate and communicate with contractors and other Parish technical teams.
Participate in quarterly one-on-one meetings with the Supervisor.
Complete required annual training, including ethics, harassment prevention, diversity, and cybersecurity training.
Perform duties with integrity and professionalism while protecting the interests, reputation, and assets of Parish government.
Perform additional tasks as required by the Supervisor.