Electrician Instrumentation Technician - WWRF

Overview

Description

Department : West Water Reclamation Facility

Reports To : WWRF Plant Manager

Nature of Work

Under the limited direction of the West Water Reclamation Facility (WWRF) Plant Manager, this position is responsible for installation, maintenance, calibration, and configuration of electrical and electronic equipment used in the assigned division; and ensuring the efficient operation of such, including but not limited to, electrical breakers, switchgear, gauges and sensors, radio telemetry, analyzers, flow meters, and any other related field electrical and instrumentation controls. Work is performed under minimal supervision with considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. Position exercises judgement in accordance with well-defined policies and procedures and relies on experience to exercise independent judgment to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, and configuration of electrical / electronic equipment used in the division. Ensuring the efficient mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical operation of equipment, controls, multiple SCADA systems and remote communications equipment.
• Advises Plant Manager concerning the installation, modification, operation, and repair of electrical / electronic equipment.
• Oversees or performs maintenance, configuration, adjustment, and repair to a wide variety of electrical / electronic equipment and control systems at treatment facilities / plants, remote pumping / storage stations, and related structures / assets for the assigned division.
• Operates and maintains numerous electrical components, switchgear, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), equipment and breakers which are 3-phase multiple voltages, including and up to medium voltage electrical equipment.
• Ensures precise functions of flow, analyzer, and instrumentation equipment of various voltages as low as millivolts.
• Verifies, monitors, and assists with electrical / instrumentation work at remote or offsite locations.
• Coordinates and participates in response to emergency repairs needed after hours.
• Remains in contact via company phone / radio at all times in the event of an emergency.
• Responds in an emergency or natural disaster to assist in repairs and troubleshooting processes to keep system functional. Participates in system shutdowns, and diversions of any electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Establishes vendor relationships and orders parts and supplies as needed.
• Establishes schedules for and monitors preventive maintenance repair, safety inspection guidelines, and quality control.
• Maintains detailed and accurate records of work performed.
• Monitors and assists personnel in maintaining control panel equipment for lift stations, water well sites, and treatment plants.
• Inspects and tests tools, vehicles, and safety gear; restocks supplies in vehicles.
• Performs layout and documentation for new installation of lift stations, water wells, and equipment within the treatment plants.
• Prepares and reviews calculation sheets and calibration data records.
• Trains other personnel in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical panels.
• Safeguards all assigned tools, equipment, and electronics from theft, loss, destruction, and / or negligence.
• Attends weekly safety meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Requirements

Must possess

Preferred Requirements

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