Process Control User Technology Specialist - Water Department
About The Position
Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the country, serving as Arizona's center of government, commerce, and culture. It is emerging in the new economy with strength in high technology, manufacturing, bioscience research and advanced business services. Phoenix is a young, progressive city, brimming with sports and cultural attractions, distinctive restaurants, fascinating museums, diverse residential options, and endless outdoor opportunities. The City of Phoenix is working to increase efficiency and advance technology services to the public. The Process Control Technology Services (PCTS) division provides 24/7 support for the Water Services Department's (WSD) industrial control systems, implemented at five water treatment plants, two wastewater treatment plants, one water reclamation plant, and over 200 remote sites throughout the city. These advanced and highly automated systems enable the WSD to meet stringent regulatory performance requirements, comply with federal, state, and county regulations and reporting mandates, and produce high-quality water and effluent. The Operational Technology section of PCTS delivers comprehensive technical hardware and software support for the installation and maintenance of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems in water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection processes. The Water Services Department is seeking a Process Control User Technology Specialist. The Process Control User Technology Specialist is a critical role within the WSD, responsible for the technical support and maintenance of the DCS and SCADA systems.
Requirements
- One year of experience in systems applications analysis, programming or telecommunications functions utilizing a variety of hardware and software or installation and maintenance of digital systems, radio, and electronic communications systems
- OR One year of experience in telephone station equipment and related telecommunications distribution systems
- OR One year of experience in avionics maintenance
- course work including training or experience with one or more work station computers and one or more programming languages and one or more operating systems.
- Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
- All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
- Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in computer science, IT, engineering, or related field.
- Experience in systems analysis, programming, or telecommunications.
- Hands-on experience in water/wastewater treatment control systems, including DCS and SCADA.
- Experience with Distributed Control Systems and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems.
- Certifications in control systems, cybersecurity, water and wastewater treatment, CAP, CCST, and CompTIA A+.
Responsibilities
- technical support
- maintenance of the DCS and SCADA systems
Benefits
- Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions
- 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
- Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
- Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
- Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
- Dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Employer paid long-term disability
- Free Bus/light rail pass
- Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
- Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
- Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
