Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

3d • $28 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as an Instrumentation & Process Control Coordinator I and play a key role in keeping our wastewater treatment facilities operating safely, efficiently, and reliably. In this hands-on position, you will install, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation, PLCs, analyzers, and process control equipment that are critical to plant operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working with advanced automation systems, and making a direct impact on environmental stewardship and public health.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in electronics technology, instrumentation, and process control, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND two years of experience in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of field instrumentation equipment and/or process control loops. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• One year of experience with Pima County in an Instrumentation Process Control Specialist or closely related position, as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, performing repair, maintenance, installation, operation, or calibration of electronic instrumentation or industrial /laboratory process controls and instrumentation, and working knowledge of PLC operation, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
• Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
• Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.
• Some positions require on-call rotations.
• Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious disease, asbestos, or wastewater and sewage products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year experience with industrial instrumentation and process control, preferably in wastewater treatment, industrial automation, or a similar environment.
• Minimum one (1) year experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electronic instrumentation, sensors, transmitters, and automated control systems.
• Experience with/knowledge of flowmeters, pressure meters, chemical analyzers, liquid level sensors, motor-operated valves, and/or turbidity meters.
• Experience with/knowledge of sensor calibration, process optimization, and regulatory compliance.
• Minimum one (1) year experience reading panel drawings, electrical schematics, and P&ID drawings.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with radio frequency or microwave telemetry networks.

Responsibilities

• Installs, calibrates, maintains, and repairs electronic instruments, sensors, flow meters, pressure transducers, and other field devices
• Maintains and troubleshoots PLCs, HMI’s, and automated process control systems to ensure seamless operation
• Conducts diagnostics and data analysis to identify trends, optimize performance, and troubleshoot system inefficiencies
• Maintains communication networks, including radio and wireless systems, for remote process monitoring and control
• Develops and executes preventative and predictive maintenance programs for process control equipment and instrumentation
• Ensures compliance with safety protocols, operational standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintains detailed records of maintenance activities, configurations, and system modifications
• Collaborates with engineers, operators, and technicians to support system upgrades and process improvements

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• a generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree