Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I/II

PLEASE NOTE: This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Please consider applying as soon as possible to be included in the first review of applications, which will occur on June 27, 2025.

SALARY RANGE

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I

20 – No Certification = $38.96 – $48.66/hourly

21 – CWEA EIT Grade 1 = $39.94 – $49.87/hourly

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician II

25 – CWEA EIT Grade 2 = $44.08 – $55.05/hourly

26 – CWEA EIT Grade 3 = $45.19 – $56.42/hourly

27 – CWEA EIT Grade 3 + D2 = $46.32 – $57.84/hourly

28 – CWEA EIT Grade 3 + D2 + T2 = $47.47 – $59.29/hourly

*WAGE INCREASE NOTE: Starting July 1, 2023, through the end of the current MOU term, annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) shall be tied to the published Bureau of Labor Statistics, San Diego Region Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period ending with March. The COLA will be no less than 1% and no more than 5%. This means that no COLA over the course of this contract shall be below 1% or above 5%, regardless of CPI data. For example, if the 2023 CPI data shows a .5% annual inflation rate, the COLA for July 2023 shall be 1%. However, if the 2023 CPI data shows a 6.3% annual inflation, the COLA for July 2023 shall be capped at 5%.

DEFINITION 

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I – Under immediate supervision from the SCADA, Electrical, & Maintenance Supervisor, performs semi-skilled electrical work in the installation, modification, maintenance, repair, overhaul and adjustment of various District electrical equipment. 

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician II – Under general direction from the SCADA, Electrical, & Maintenance Supervisor, performs specialized and skilled work in the design, construction, installation, calibration and maintenance of electrical and instrumentation equipment at District water and wastewater facilities.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS 

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I – This is the entry-level position and is distinguished from the journey-level position by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbent works under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. 

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician II – This is the journey-level position that performs work which has considerable variation and requires the application of judgment in the selection of appropriate work methods, materials and procedures. The incumbent receives general instructions when tasks are assigned and is expected to determine the appropriate procedures and materials necessary to complete the project unless significant unanticipated problems are encountered. The incumbent serves as the District’s qualified electrical worker and performs a variety of skilled scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks which requires checking, servicing, lubricating, repairing, rebuilding and maintaining district-wide facility mechanical and electrical/electronic equipment. The incumbent is able to operate various hand tools to install, remove and repair electrical equipment. Incumbent also performs a full range of electronic and electrical service duties in the installation, maintenance, and inspection of telemetry controls, instrumentation, communication radio systems, PLC equipment and other Process Control Systems. Incumbent will use CMMS software to initiate and respond to work orders and service requests and monitor and track work progress.

 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I

·      Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical mechanisms, panels, switches, motors, controls, power output, solenoids, voltage controls, high and low cutout alarms, relays and other electrical apparatus; 

·      Installs, maintains and repairs control circuits, pressure switches, floats, underground cables, circuit breakers, medium and low voltage switches, capacitors, conductors, insulators, heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment and various lighting fixtures;

·      Reads and interprets electrical plans, specifications, blueprints and sketches;

·      Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and analytical equipment;

·      Installs and maintains solar equipment, including PV panels, inverters, charge controllers and batteries;

·      Runs, bends and threads electrical conduit;

·      Pulls, splices and terminates wiring;

·      Operates power tools commonly used in electrical work;

·      Follows established safety procedures;

·      Perform scheduled maintenance on electrical equipment as required by District maintenance program; and

·      Performs other duties as assigned

 

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician II (in addition to duties performed by Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I level)

·      Serves as technical resource District-wide;

·      Performs the most skilled maintenance/mechanical/electrical/electronic tasks, such as checking, testing, troubleshooting, servicing, repairing, rebuilding, calibrating, installing, and aligning mechanical/electrical/electronic facilities districtwide with such devices as frequency generators, voltmeters, oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, meggers, ammeters, micro- computers, thermo-imaging devices, digital analyzers and other specialized test and repair equipment;

·      Performs complex installation, maintenance and repair duties to the District’s telemetry system, instrumentation, radio, telephone and electrical/electronic equipment;

·      Reviews and modifies control logic to troubleshoot and maintain equipment

·      Reviews drawings and material requests to determine compliance with the District’s specifications based on local and national electrical and applicable codes;

·      Recommends improvements to preventive maintenance schedule;

·      Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics and wiring diagrams, and upon any revision, draws modifications made to the system;

·      Recommends stores, tools and equipment purchases;

·      Writes and completes service requests and work orders;

·      Performs routine pump station duties including testing pressure and temperature switches, oil changes, lubrications and checking coupling alignments, motor loads and pump output capacities;

·      Drafts maintenance reports and procedures;

·      Performs routine checks, oil changes, pump repacks, lubrications, cleaning and other preventive maintenance tasks on facility and pump station equipment and structures;

·      Assists with installation of new equipment;

·      Operates District vehicles and maintenance equipment; and

·      Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I

Knowledge of:

·      Electrical and mechanical installations in water utility and reclamation facilities;

·      Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in electrical installation and repairs;

·      Electrical and mechanical theory at a working level;

·      Basic record keeping methods;

·      Appropriate safety precautions and procedures, particularly as related to electrical, electronic and pump control equipment;

·      Applicable codes and regulations;

·      Shop mathematics applicable to the electrical and mechanical trade;

·      English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;

·      Appropriate safety precautions, procedures, practices and regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO); and 

·      Selection and use of appropriate arc flash and electrical shock PPE.

 

 

Ability to:

·      Be available for overtime, standby and after-hour emergency calls. 

·      Operate power and hand tools used in electrical installation and repair;

·      Perform semiskilled electrical wiring, installation, repair and maintenance work;

·      Perform mechanical installation work associated with the electrical trade;

·      Work from diagrams, blueprints, plans and specifications;

·      Work with low voltage circuits in accordance with safety standards;

·      Climb and work safely at heights above the ground on ladders;

·      Diagnose electrical problems;

·      Read and understand written instructions in installation and maintenance manuals;

·      Perform shop math applicable to the electrical and mechanical trades;

·      Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices;

·      Follow established codes, policies, and guidelines;

·      Perform work in accordance with safety regulations, guidelines and practices;

·      Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

·      Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and 

·      Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all levels of employees and customers.           

 

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician II (in addition to knowledge and abilities required of Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I level)

Knowledge of:

·      English usage and writing skills;

·      Materials, tools, and equipment of wastewater plant, wastewater collection, water distribution, and electrical/electronic maintenance, installation and repair ;

·      Local and national electrical codes applicable to the maintenance, installation, and repair of low voltage electrical equipment;

·      Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs);Radio telemetry architecture and configuration;

·      Motor control circuitry and power components, including soft starters and variable frequency drives;

·      Safety precautions of Industry and Construction Safety Orders;

·      District regulations, procedures, rules and practices relative to potable water treatment plant, wastewater plant, collection system and water distribution maintenance and operation;

·      Mathematics at a journey level;

·      Record keeping and report preparation;

·      Applicable codes and regulations, including the National Electric Code and NFPA 70E;

·      Operation and maintenance of pumps, motors, valves, compressors, and maintenance equipment; and

·      Proficient use of hand and power tools, mechanical and electrical test equipment.

 

Ability to:

·      Perform skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance;

·      Estimate materials for assigned projects;

·      Read comprehend and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics;

·      Prepare routine periodic reports of work performed and materials used;

·      Perform manual labor and work in tight and confined spaces;

·      Operate vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices;

·      Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

·      Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;

·      Install, configure and calibrate process control instrumentation including: pressure transmitters, level transmitters, flow meters and various water quality analyzers;

·      Troubleshoot complex motor control circuity and relay logic;

·      Troubleshoot Allen Bradley Ladder Logic; and

·      Troubleshoot 4-20 mA circuitry.

 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I

·      A valid California driver’s license;

·      Possession of Grade I Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist from California Water Environment Association at hire within six months of hire; and

·      State of California Electrical Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion is desirable.

 Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician II

·      A valid California driver’s license;

·      Possession of Grade II Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist from California Water Environment Association;

·      State of California General Journeyman Electrician certification is highly desirable.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

 Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician I

·      High school diploma or G.E.D; and 

·      Two (2) years of experience performing installation, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment.

 

Instrumentation, Electrical and Controls Technician II

·      High school diploma or G.E.D.;

·      Formal education/training in college, vocational school, or industry-recognized apprenticeship program is desirable; and 

·      Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation of a wastewater and/or water treatment plant maintenance program, or as an industrial electrician and/or electronic technician.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Walking:             Moves about on foot often in confined spaces and over grating.

Carrying:            Transports objects by holding them in hands or arms.

Hands/Arms:     Operates electrical and computerized instrumentation; operates hand and power tools.

Handling:           Seizes, hauls or works with hands.

Lifting:                Raises and lowers pumps, motors, and related items.

Reaching:           Extends hands and arms in any direction.

Stooping:           Bends body downward and forward by bending at the knees or waist often while digging with a shovel.

Climbing:           Up and down from roofs; ascends and descends ladders up to 50 feet in height;

Vision:                Reads work tickets, ID tags on pumps and motors, instruments gauges, operates District equipment and vehicles.

Talking:              Communicates by radio and in person in a noisy environment.

Hearing:             Hears well enough for safety in and around plant equipment.

Sitting:              Sits at workbench and in District vehicles.

Standing:            Up to two hours per day while monitoring instrumentation.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH

Lifting:                75 pounds daily; frequent exertion.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Noise:                 Works in conditions with almost constant noise.

Temperature/Weather:                Works outside with variations of temperature and weather; works in confined spaces with heat and humidity.

 

To be considered for this position, please submit an employment application and supplemental questionnaire online by June 27, at 3:00 p.m. To be considered for this position, please submit an employment application and supplemental questionnaire online, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fpud. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

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