Electrical/Mechanical Technician

California Water Service Group•San Mateo, CA

1d•$56 - $64

About The Position

The Electrical Mechanical Technician (EMT) is responsible for installation and repair of all electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation equipment in the production, treatment, and distribution systems of the district(s) under his/her assigned territory. This includes inspection, installation as needed for electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation elements in new construction of pump and storage facilities, telemetry and SCADA systems, and automatic control valves; ensures that construction conforms to plans and specifications; testing, calibration, and repair of instrumentation including water quality analyzers, chart recorders, flow meters, transducers; install, troubleshoot, and maintain treatment plant equipment such as motor-actuated valves, variable frequency drives, soft start contactors, human machine interfaces, and programmable logic controllers. An EMT may be required to work outside the home district.

Requirements

An EMT must be able to effectively communicate with their supervisor, co-workers and the public
Have the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blue prints, electrical schematics, and procedure manuals
have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations; write routine reports and correspondence
Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent, possess a valid California Class C Driver’s license, and be insurable under the Company’s policy
An EMT must have a working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of applications, including basic features of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Employee must work independently and effectively, with little supervision, to prioritize and complete assigned objectives and handle multiple projects or assignments simultaneously
The job entails an understanding and knowledge of water quality specifications for chlorine content, pH, water temperature, other essential water quality parameters, as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) rules and regulations
Proven commercial or industrial experience working with single and three-phase electrical systems up to 480 VAC
State of California Water Distribution Operator II is required within 11 months
State of California Water Treatment Operator II is required within 11 months

Responsibilities

Participate in design, review, and construction of pump stations, storage facilities, and SCADA control systems
Install or assist with installation of new pumps, motors, control valves, and facility operating equipment as necessary
Maintain various types of control valves, both hydraulically and electrically operated
Inspect, install, rewire, and repair as needed electrical circuits and elements in new construction of pump stations, storage facilities, and SCADA control systems ensuring that construction conforms to plans, specifications, and National Electrical Code (NEC)
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all electrical systems including telemetry and SCADA systems automatic control valves, and VFDs
Install, troubleshoot, and maintain treatment plant electrical and instrumentation equipment
Inspect electrical equipment on tanks and appurtenances
Test, calibrate, and repair instrumentation including water quality analyzers, chart recorders, flow meters, and transducers using electrical and electronic digital volt-ohm meters and mA loop calibrating equipment
Communicate with contractors, vendors, and electric utility for facility repairs and maintenance functions
Research and procure necessary parts for repairs or replacement
Communicate with district staff and EMT supervisor and complete reports and daily progress
Operate treatment plant, pump station, and distribution system valves as necessary
Other duties as assigned