Engineering Systems Technician

City of Hutchinson, KS • Hutchinson, KS

41d

About The Position

Imagine if you were given an opportunity to connect with others who work to keep our community the most livable and safe it can possibly be. If you have training in electronic maintenance, and have mechanical and computer skills, then you may be a great addition to our Public Works Waste Water Treatment team. Make a difference with the City of Hutchinson! The Engineering Systems Technician performs or assists in a variety of responsible duties in the design, programming, testing, maintenance, repair, and calibration of the City's SCADA (Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition) systems, asset management software. Will also work with City IT and GIS staff. A DAY IN THE LIFE: Performs daily inspections and makes necessary adjustments and repairs on all instrumentation and control systems used to monitor and/or operate the Wastewater Treatment facility; Water Treatment Facility; water production stations, pressure stations, water storage tanks and wastewater lift stations. Performs functional tests, routine maintenance and preventive care for electronic control equipment which includes programmable logical controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units (RTUs), variable speed drives, switch gear equipment, radio telemetry systems, etc.; Diagnose, troubleshoot, update, and repair malfunctioning recording and transmitting devices, etc. Required to respond to after-hour alarms and emergencies. Performs routine calibration and configuration control on electronic equipment; Maintains calibration and system integrity records as required; Performs and monitors installation and/or modifications of instrumentation and control systems for conformance with plans and specifications, and assure proper operation; Modify, design, and change control circuits as required to support additional systems or to sustain temporary operations. Provide direction for outside contractors, engineers, and vendors for installation and/or specialized control systems maintenance; Inspect contractor/vendor installations for compatibility and functionality with control systems interface. Monitor inventory levels, assist in preparations of requisitions and purchase required materials, parts, and services needed for repairs; Monitor performance of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and respond as necessary; Maintain required reports. Update the asset management system and review system reports for pending work orders, backlog work request and preventive maintenance schedules; Prepares schematics and records of installed system parameters; Documents system changes, performance and failures as needed. Works with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) staff to maintain databases including water & wastewater systems. Uses & assists other staff with the use of GIS programs. Provides software administration through support of asset/work management in various City departments. Trains users, answers questions, troubleshoots problems, performs required maintenance, and assists in system upgrades. Performs all other duties as deemed necessary and assigned.

Requirements

• EDUCATION: A high school diploma or GED is required for this position. A minimum of two (2) years' technical training in electronic maintenance is preferred.
• EXPERIENCE: A minimum of one year of related experience in electronics and/or radio equipment repair and installation.
• CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• All employees will be asked to consent to background and drug screening prior to starting employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Wonderware, Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000 and Siemens LC2000 is preferred.
• Journeyman Electrical license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily inspections and makes necessary adjustments and repairs on all instrumentation and control systems used to monitor and/or operate the Wastewater Treatment facility; Water Treatment Facility; water production stations, pressure stations, water storage tanks and wastewater lift stations.
• Performs functional tests, routine maintenance and preventive care for electronic control equipment which includes programmable logical controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units (RTUs), variable speed drives, switch gear equipment, radio telemetry systems, etc.; Diagnose, troubleshoot, update, and repair malfunctioning recording and transmitting devices, etc.
• Required to respond to after-hour alarms and emergencies.
• Performs routine calibration and configuration control on electronic equipment; Maintains calibration and system integrity records as required; Performs and monitors installation and/or modifications of instrumentation and control systems for conformance with plans and specifications, and assure proper operation; Modify, design, and change control circuits as required to support additional systems or to sustain temporary operations.
• Provide direction for outside contractors, engineers, and vendors for installation and/or specialized control systems maintenance; Inspect contractor/vendor installations for compatibility and functionality with control systems interface.
• Monitor inventory levels, assist in preparations of requisitions and purchase required materials, parts, and services needed for repairs; Monitor performance of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and respond as necessary; Maintain required reports.
• Update the asset management system and review system reports for pending work orders, backlog work request and preventive maintenance schedules; Prepares schematics and records of installed system parameters; Documents system changes, performance and failures as needed.
• Works with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) staff to maintain databases including water & wastewater systems. Uses & assists other staff with the use of GIS programs.
• Provides software administration through support of asset/work management in various City departments. Trains users, answers questions, troubleshoots problems, performs required maintenance, and assists in system upgrades.
• Performs all other duties as deemed necessary and assigned.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical & Dependent Care
• Retirement: KPERS & 457 Retirement Savings Plan
• Insured Disability
• Life Insurance & Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Death Benefit
• Service Connected Death
• Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Wellness Day, Floating Holidays & City Designated Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees