Pump Maintenance Electronics Technician

Town of Apex • Apex, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Apex is seeking a skilled Pump Maintenance Electronic Technician to help keep our water and wastewater operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing critical electronic systems, with a focus on SCADA systems at wastewater pumping stations. The position also assists with data collection for asset management and performance metrics.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of experience

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a NC Collections Grade 1 Certification or the ability to obtain this certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• NFPA 70E Certification or the ability to obtain this certification with six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex skilled and technical work in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation and electrical/electronic control systems (SCADA) at the Town’s wastewater pumping stations and associated infrastructure.
• Manages all facets of Pump Maintenance SCADA programming.
• Assists the Pump Maintenance Field Crew Supervisor with data collection related to asset management, pump drawdowns, flow charts, weekly generator runs, monthly station reports, and other performance metrics.
• Monitors SCADA daily for issues and trends; communicates issues to Pump Maintenance team in a timely manner.
• Designs, tests, implements, maintains, and repairs SCADA system.
• Serves as key contact with SCADA and automation vendors.
• Compiles data and completes reports on station performance metrics.
• Performs periodic calibration and observation checks of meters, chart recorders, electronic control valves, circuit boards, motor control centers, pumps, motors, and complicated instrumentation equipment.
• Manages Pump Maintenance asset management program.
• Manages weekly generator runs and troubleshoots generator issues.
• Manages generator preventative and predictive maintenance program.
• Manages drawdown data.
• Maintains automatic controls at all Town pump stations and associated infrastructure.
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on all electrical and electronic equipment, including emergency generators.
• Makes recommendations on equipment or instrumentation needed for use in upcoming budgets.
• Provides input on technical equipment specifications relating to future projects or expansion involving pump maintenance and treatment plant design plans.
• Maintains all records associated with asset management, instrumentation, and performance metrics.
• Responds to failure in any of the electrical systems and makes necessary replacements or repairs.
• Performs equipment upgrades and modifications.
• Purchases electrical and electronic material or equipment as necessary.
• Installs new equipment; pulls new service connections for motors, etc.
• Performs other job-related tasks as required.

Benefits

• Free or low-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans
• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)
• Traditional sick and vacation leave
• 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year
• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)
• 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• 3 weeks of Paid Caregiver Leave
• Bereavement leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Longevity pay
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED