Instrumentation Tech I/II/III (Iron Bridge)

City of Orlando • Orlando, FL

3d • $23 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Instrumentation Technician applies knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform responsible maintenance activities on instrumentation and controls equipment. The position performs electronic and mechanical maintenance and repairs on a wide range of instrumentation and controls equipment, supporting the safe and efficient operation of wastewater treatment plants and lift stations and helping prevent damage to instrumentation equipment. Work includes installation, operation, maintenance, testing, and repair of instrumentation and controls, switchgear, metering, and control systems. Work is reviewed through conferences, observations, and feedback from the immediate supervisor.

The position is located at the Iron Bridge Regional Water Reclamation Facility in Oviedo, Florida. Candidates must complete a practical Digital Multimeter set-up exam. Promotion between levels is subject to supervisor review and authorization and is not automatic based on length of service.

Requirements

• Instrumentation Technician I: Associate of Science degree in Electronics Technology, or a high school diploma/GED and completion of electronics trade school, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Instrumentation Technician II: The Technician I education pathway, plus two years of hands-on instrumentation experience in an industrial environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Instrumentation Technician III: The Technician I education pathway, plus three years of hands-on instrumentation experience in an industrial environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A valid Florida driver's license is required.
• Must pass a respirator physical; facial hair is not allowed between the face and the respirator face-piece sealing surface.
• Must have a phone or be reachable in the event of an emergency work situation.
• Candidates must complete a practical Digital Multimeter set-up exam.
• Promotion to Technician II requires at least one year in the current Technician I position, the required performance rating, and demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Promotion to Technician III requires at least one year in the current Technician II position, the required performance rating, demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities, and proficiency in the three additional Technician III duties.
• Promotion consideration requires an overall performance rating of Meets standards or better, with no individual factor rated below meets standards.
• Direct experience may substitute for degree requirements as stated: two years for an associate degree, four years for a bachelor's degree, six years for a master's degree, or nine years for a doctoral degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform electronic and mechanical maintenance and repair on instrumentation and controls equipment.
• Support the safe and efficient operation of wastewater treatment plants and lift stations and help avoid damage to instrumentation equipment.
• Install, operate, maintain, test, and repair instrumentation and controls, switchgear, metering, and control systems.
• For Technician III, act as technician in charge of required DEP or OSHA documentation for a treatment plant or lift station, maintaining organized records ready for inspection.
• For Technician III, suggest equipment for testing and evaluation and stay informed about new wastewater-industry equipment through technical publications.
• For Technician III, perform supervisor and administrative tasks as required, including CMMS scheduling, work-order completion, leave and overtime requests, and KRONOS payroll administration.

What This Job Offers

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