City of Austin-posted about 16 hours ago
$38 - $49/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite
1,001-5,000 employees

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. ABOUT AUSTIN WATER: For over 100 years, Austin Water has been committed to providing safe, reliable, high-quality, and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve over 1,000,000 people in the Austin metropolitan area, across more than 548 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, we’re not just keeping up—we’re leading the way with sustainable infrastructure, advanced treatment technology, and environmental innovation. Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants. Job Description: Purpose: Under general direction, supervise technicians who are performing installations and repairs of instrumentation and control systems located at water and wastewater facilities and remote locations Position Overview: This position is responsible for supervising and leading a team of Instrumentation& Control Technicians in the performance of their duties and in the support of the goals of the Operations Support area to include a full range of supervisory responsibilities including scheduling, hiring, performance management, training, and development, assigning work, and demonstrating strong technical knowledge in the maintenance and calibration of instrumentation and control systems equipment

  • Plans, controls, and coordinates the analysis, diagnosis, installation, repair, maintenance and the calibration of instrumentation and control equipment at Austin Water Utility facilities.
  • Coordinates maintenance activities with engineers, other City departments and contractors.
  • Organizes, oversees, and maintains an inventory of test equipment, tools, and supplies
  • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
  • Reviews, interprets, explains, and enforces compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Participates in bid submittal reviews
  • Participates in project planning workshops, development meetings, progress meetings, and retrospective review meetings
  • Assigns technicians to lead projects and monitors and alleviates roadblocks
  • Follows up with Lead on a regular basis to ensure project remains on track
  • Identifies and makes recommendations concerning technical issues pertaining to electronic instrumentation and controls
  • Assists with and monitors the Instrumentation and Control division budget.
  • Prepares and monitors budget for assigned work groups and works with Finance related to adjusting the division budget
  • Prepares Instrumentation & Control long/short range business plans
  • Communicates with customers, provides technical expertise to internal/external vendors and contractors, and represents the division at department meetings
  • Manages safety programs for assigned work group and develop, review, and revise standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the Instrumentation and Control division
  • Oversees, schedules and maintains activities using an automated work order maintenance system
  • Creates, composes and edits technical and/or administrative correspondence, reports and documentation using computer, spreadsheet and email applications
  • Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities to include: administration of section staff meetings, safety meetings, training, evaluation, counseling, recommendation for hire and dismissal.
  • Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years of experience in the repair, installation, maintenance, and calibration of instrumentation and control system equipment in a water, wastewater, or similar industrial process control facility, including two (2) years in a lead/supervisory capacity OR An Associate of Arts or Science Technology degree from an accredited institution in a field related to instrumentation or control systems, plus four (4) years of experience in the repair, installation, maintenance, and calibration of instrumentation and control system equipment in a water, wastewater, or similar industrial process control facility, including two (2) years in a lead/supervisory capacity.
  • Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License.
  • Knowledge of Instrument International Society of Automation (ISA) and Austin Water Utility Safety Policies
  • Knowledge of applicable instrumentation and controls construction and maintenance practices, equipment, and techniques
  • Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws
  • Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures
  • Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
  • Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles
  • Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation
  • Knowledge of City of Austin contract and procurement policies and procedures
  • Skill in oral and written communication
  • Skill in the use of computers and related software
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing
  • Skill in data analysis and problem solving
  • Skill in planning and organizing
  • Ability to apply sound construction and maintenance techniques
  • Ability to operate all assigned calibration, construction, maintenance equipment and tools
  • Ability to estimate job costs accurately
  • Ability to implement change and achieve defined goals
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public
  • Professional experience in a lead or supervisory role, providing leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, mentoring and guidance to technicians
  • Demonstration of strong technical knowledge and experience in the maintenance and calibration of instrumentation and control systems equipment such as pressure transmitters/transducers, flow meters, and pump/motor control circuitry in a water/wastewater or closely related process facility
  • Demonstration of strong technical knowledge and experience in the programming and troubleshooting of PLC’s
  • Experience leading large instrumentation installation projects/initiatives, identifying critical path tasks to maintain scope, schedule and cost
  • Experience developing Job Safety Analysis documents
  • Experience developing equipment calibration and preventative maintenance procedures
  • Associate of Applied Science degree or higher, specifically in the field of instrumentation or control systems technology
  • Experience providing technical expertise to coworkers
  • generous leave
  • work-life balance programs
  • extensive benefits
  • City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
  • public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure
  • wellness programs
  • on-site fitness centers
  • mental health support
  • professional development and leadership opportunities
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