Technician I, Instrumentation - (26-PE-812006-073)

DC Water • Washington, DC

29d • Onsite

About The Position

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and
24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater
services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8
million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and
Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior
service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our
diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our
shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water
services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

Role Description:

Technician I, Instrumentation, performs a limited variety of skilled tasks in
the maintenance of electronic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical
instrumentation. Under guidance, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains
instruments. Assists with modifications and upgrades of instruments and computer
control systems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification with minimum of two years of experience related to instrumentation/measurement. Prefer a Technical School diploma or Associate’s degree in a related technology area from an accredited college or university without any prior work experience.
• Basic understanding of, but not limited to, Process Control System/Distributed Control system (PCS), including use of monitoring tools for troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of, but not limited to, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), including troubleshooting of input/output field signals.
• Knowledge and ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and Instruments Diagrams (P&ID).
• Demonstrated ability to use electric/electronic test equipment to diagnose and correct equipment and process control system problems.
• The incumbent must possess and maintain current or acquire within 9 months from date of hire and maintain current, certification from the International Society of Automation designation of Certified Control Systems Technician CCST I or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass fit test for use of respirator. Must possess and maintain current or acquire within 9 months from date of hire, confine entry certification.
• Must possess and maintain current a valid Motor Vehicle Operating License and a DC Water Vehicle Endorsement.
• English
• May work indoors and/or outdoors, frequently exposed to any or all of the following various weather conditions, high or deep dangerous places, working near moving mechanical parts, risk of electric shock, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, etc.
• Requires moderate physical activities.
• Occasionally lifting, pushing, or pulling light or moderately heavy objects/materials (up to 50 lbs.)
• Occasionally climbing up and down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
• Occasionally balancing (to prevent falling) when standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, etc.
• Occasionally crawling or moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Occasionally standing or walking for long periods.
• The incumbent is subject to being placed on call during hours and schedule identified by the Authority.
• The incumbent may be required to work overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Performs (with assistance and instructions) first-line diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairing and maintenance of instrumentation equipment at the major assembly level to the component level, in any assigned area of the plant.
• Fully supports the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by displaying a proficiency in using the system for work execution.
• Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Operates Authority vehicles as an essential function of the position. Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner. Reports any operating deficiencies to the appropriate Authority personnel.
• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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