Instrumentation Technician I/II

City of Oceanside•Oceanside, CA

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About The Position

The City of Oceanside is hiring for Instrumentation Technician I in the Water Utilities Department’s Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Division. The division maintains a digital network that collects real-time data so plant operators and decision makers can access operational treatment information. Oceanside Water Utilities operates water and wastewater treatment and purification facilities, pump and lift stations, pipelines, and reservoirs. The Instrumentation Technician designs, assembles, installs, maintains, and repairs instrumentation and SCADA systems and equipment in the field and shop. The role supports reliable monitoring and control of water and wastewater processes and may assist engineers on new projects. The posting also includes qualifications for Instrumentation Technician II, which are additional to the Technician I qualifications.

Requirements

Instrumentation Technician I: At least three years of increasingly responsible experience maintaining, repairing, and installing instrumentation systems.
Instrumentation Technician I: Education equivalent to completion of twelfth grade, supplemented by college-level coursework in electronics or a related field.
Instrumentation Technician I: Appropriate, valid driver's license.
Instrumentation Technician I: Obtain a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist II certificate within 24 months of hire.
Knowledge of operating principles and maintenance requirements for electrical equipment and instrumentation used in water and wastewater facilities.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance and record-keeping programs for electronic equipment and instrumentation.
Knowledge of electronic and telemetering principles and practices; water and wastewater facility monitoring and control; instrumentation and calibration; occupational hazards and safety practices; and office procedures, computers, applicable software, and record keeping.
Ability to install, modify, and repair equipment related to electronics, instrumentation control, telemetry, and telecommunications.
Ability to calibrate and test systems that monitor and control treatment plant processes, and maintain the accuracy of calibration standards and equipment.
Ability to read and understand plans, schematics, technical manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and drawings for water and wastewater systems.
Ability to assemble and install field and plant SCADA equipment and plan and carry out repair, maintenance, and installation of process monitoring and control equipment.
Ability to maintain detailed records, prepare clear reports, work independently and efficiently, communicate clearly, follow instructions, and establish effective working relationships.
Instrumentation Technician II: At least five years of increasingly responsible experience maintaining, repairing, and installing instrumentation systems.
Instrumentation Technician II: Education equivalent to completion of twelfth grade, supplemented by college-level coursework in electronics or a related field.
Instrumentation Technician II: Appropriate, valid California driver's license and a CWEA Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist III certificate.
Instrumentation Technician II: Knowledge of virtual computer operation, SCADA hardware and software applications, and motor controls.
Instrumentation Technician II: Ability to upgrade and troubleshoot SCADA hardware and software, develop iFix HMI displays, modify and write PLC ladder logic, maintain historical-data applications, and generate reports.

Responsibilities

Design, assemble, install, and repair instrumentation and SCADA systems, equipment, and components in the field and shop.
Install and repair PLCs, I/O modules, control panels, transmitters, limit switches, and electronic pressure and level sensors.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, update, and repair malfunctioning systems and equipment, calibration problems, and failures of measuring, recording, and transmitting devices.
Ensure safe and reliable power to process instruments.
Clean and lubricate equipment and replace component parts.
Perform preventive maintenance on pump control panels.
Maintain calibration logs and write reports.
Interpret, design, modify, and implement computer software programs for data logging and control.
Maintain preventive operations records, blueprints, schematics, and diagrams for water and wastewater systems.
Assist engineers on new projects.
Order supplies and materials.
Interpret and analyze trends and reports generated from historical data.
For Technician II, install, implement, and troubleshoot SCADA hardware and software upgrades; maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade SCADA equipment.
For Technician II, develop and implement HMI displays using iFix and modify and write ladder logic programs for PLCs.
For Technician II, maintain and troubleshoot historical data application software and build and generate reports for various departments.