Electronics Technician I

Town of Cary•Cary, NC

About The Position

Cary is hiring an Electronics Technician to maintain, repair, install, and upgrade instrumentation and electrical/electronic control systems at remote wastewater infrastructure facilities. The work supports wastewater pumping stations, lift stations, treatment plants, odor control systems, and related utility equipment across Cary, Morrisville, Apex, and Wake County’s Research Triangle Park. This is a critical position, requiring employees to report during adverse weather or other emergencies to help ensure continued facility operation. The position is part of an established career ladder program for eligible nonsupervisory staff who demonstrate increasing knowledge, skills, and abilities. The anticipated hiring range is $59,737.60–$69,492.80; a higher salary may be considered for applicants with extensive direct experience. The employee works under the mentorship of the Utility Systems Manager, Utility Systems Maintenance Supervisor, and Utility Systems Maintenance Field Supervisor, and collaborates with other Electronics Technicians in the Utilities Department.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from an associate degree program with a degree in Electronics, along with some experience repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, diagnosing, and restoring electronics and electrical equipment.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Experience with single-phase and three-phase industrial voltage equipment and systems.
Experience working with electrical voltage up to 480 volts.
Comprehensive knowledge of installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical and electronic components of remote wastewater infrastructure and equipment, including lift stations, pumping systems, chemical feeds, instrumentation and controls, programmable logic controllers, forced-air odor control systems, standby power systems, electrical controls, and motor control centers.
Knowledge of best practices for electrical repair and restoration.
Knowledge of personal computers and occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions.
Knowledge of radio transmitting and receiving theory.
Ability to read and understand schematics and circuit wiring diagrams.
Ability to work independently and under adverse weather conditions.
Knowledge of PLCs and troubleshooting hardware and software, including 4–20 mA circuitry.
Ability to use and care for tools used in testing and repairing instruments and control devices.
Ability to follow oral and written directions and troubleshoot electrical and electronics problems.
Pass drug testing and a background check prior to employment; the background check may include criminal history, education verification, and credit history review.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid Journeyman Electrician Certificate of Competency.
Grade I or higher wastewater collection system operator’s certification issued by the State of North Carolina.

Responsibilities

Perform periodic calibration and observation checks of meters, chart recorders, electronic control valves, circuit boards, motor control centers, pumps, motors, and instrumentation equipment.
Maintain automatic controls at Town lift stations, wastewater treatment plants, and water treatment plants.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical and electronic equipment, including emergency generators.
Recommend equipment or instrumentation for upcoming budgets.
Design, test, implement, and maintain the SCADA system.
Provide input on technical equipment specifications for future projects or expansions involving pump maintenance and treatment plant design.
Maintain instrumentation records, including daily, weekly, and monthly flow charts.
Respond to failures in electrical systems and make necessary replacements or repairs.
Perform equipment upgrades and modifications.
Purchase electrical and electronic materials or equipment as necessary.
Install new equipment and pull new service connections for motors and related equipment.
Perform rotating on-call duties, including after-hours and weekends.
Perform other job-related tasks as required.