SCADA Technician-1-Operational Technology

Great Lakes Water Authority • Detroit, MI

127d • $27 - $37

About The Position

The Operational Technology is looking for a Supervisory and Control/Data Acquisition (SCADA) Technician. The SCADA Technician will monitor, maintain, install, and configure assets associated with the GLWA Operational Technology (OT) Control Systems including networks, servers, workstations, Controllers, I/O Modules, and other related OT infrastructure. This position is required to understand instrumentation and control systems and their role in process control. Technicians assist in internal project execution and contract oversight. The SCADA Technician promotes effective teamwork, demonstrates continuous learning, and encourages innovation in others. Responsible and accountable for delivering high standards of work quality and organizational performance. Participates in the development of standards, recommendation, and improvements of the GLWA-OT system.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• A minimum of two (2) years of SCADA system maintenance or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Instrumentation Technician with PLC and other logic program experience
• Basic skills in MS SQL, Visual and database structure, and stored procedures

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to OT system failures
• Maintain interfaces with transducers, process controllers, PCS, sonar level sensors, and handheld communication devices
• Install and upgrade operational software
• Assist in replacement of PLC module, processor, controller or OIT and reload the configuration to return system to full operation
• Analyze, diagnose and perform corrective action in response to SCADA alarms
• Follow safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties
• Perform corrective action, troubleshoot, and repair OT system assets
• Perform preventive maintenance on OT assets
• Configuration of OT assets
• Selection and Installation of OT Assets
• Develop and implement maintenance policies, protocols, and procedures
• Monitor, audit, and analyze cybersecurity operations
• Monitor, audit, and analyze the OT Network
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on control system technologies and standards
• Perform testing of new technology and systems
• Be on call and available to respond to system outages

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs
• Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees