SCADA Communication Specialist

City of Garland • McIntire, IA

52d • $34 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for installing and maintaining devices and equipment to allow the operations center to actively communicate and control all aspects of substation and generation equipment in the field on a 24/7 basis. Maintain SCADA information flowing into the EMS system for proper accounting purposes in order to provide data to ERCOT. Pay Range: $33.72 - 43.91 (Depending on qualifications and experience) Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree
• 2 years experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Proficient knowledge of communication circuitry
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of SCADA technology
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of power systems
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer)
• Basic wiring skills
• Basic drafting/drawing skills
• Ability to learn custom software

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical or Communications
• 2-4 years experience in electronics, electrical, networking or power systems

Responsibilities

• Install and program RTU’s, communications processors and any devices in between that are the responsibility of the department.
• Create and update drawings and documentation to allow proper troubleshooting of the devices and equipment.
• Test and submit datasheet of critical equipment and devices to ERCOT by certified ERCOT personnel.
• Support system troubleshooting.
• Test communication circuits, wire circuits and fiber optic work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees