Industrial Instrument Technician - South Plant
Industrial Instrument Technician - South Plant
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02-08-2025
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Summary
- This is open to all qualified candidates.This posting has been extended. Candidates who have already applied do not need to re-apply.
The King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) has a staffing need for an experienced and technically proficient Industrial Instrument Technician at our South Treatment Plant. If you are looking for the ability to grow in the instrument field this opportunity will utilize and expand your electrical instrumentation skills while working on a large variety of systems and projects. As a mission critical employee our efforts directly support operations as we collaborate with other plant crafts to resolve issues and achieve common goals.
About the Role:
This position performs a variety of highly skilled journey-level work that is considered mission critical in the support of operationsby constructing troubleshooting maintaining and conducting preventive maintenance programs on a wide variety of instrumentation and controlsat a wastewater treatment facility including all collection pumping and regulating stations. This role with a focus on SCADA programming and maintenance works both independently and in collaboration with other instrument techs skilled trades and plant operations staff.Our goal is to meet the NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit in the water treatment system.To ensure a safe work environment our crew members use appropriate PPE and proper Lock-Out Tag Out procedures around electrical mechanical and environmental hazards. We also provide training to work in Permit-Required Confined Spaces.Our group supports many new Capital projects that update and replace our control systems and wastewater infrastructure.
About the Team:
The Instrument Crew is an integral part of the maintenance group and along with operations our focus is the treatment of wastewater. We protect public health and enhance the environment by collecting and cleaning wastewater while recovering valuable resources for a healthy Puget Sound region.
Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice:
King County named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity racial and social justice making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Industrial Instrument Technician you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient sustainable and equitable communities. Enjoy training comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.
Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:
- Troubleshoot repair calibrate and maintain all plant computer electronic pneumatic and hydraulic instrumentation control and monitoring systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance modifications upgrades analysis and diagnostics on DCS SCADA PLCs SLCs HMIS telemetry and networking with proprietary protocols. Apply electronic theory digital electronics and PID control strategies.
- Work with operations personnel engineers and suppliers to explain the function of processes and procedures needed for the operation of new equipment.
- Review or modify blueprints and shop drawings to conform with established plant standards. Assist in the inspection of instrumentation installed by contractors. Witness and assess loop commission testing.
- Make recommendations on purchasing and inventory requirements for all instrument-related equipment and determine the appropriate inventory of spare parts for instrumentation.
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of instrumentation and electronics (typically found in a four-year apprenticeship program two years of college-level training or an equivalent combination of education and work experience). Completion of an apprenticeship program or two years of technical schooling in instrumentation and/or the equivalent related experience.
- Two (2) years of industrial experience at the journey level as an instrument technician.
- Two (2) years experience DCS/SCADA programming.
- Knowledge of the application of physics and chemistry techniques and principles; Knowledge of the application of mathematical techniques and principles including algebra trigonometry and geometry for performing duties of this classification.
- Knowledge of the installation configuration and maintenance of analyzers/sensors control system computers single loop controllers signal converters distributive and supervisory control systems detection equipment/sensors fuses indicators isolators programmable logic controllers pneumatic equipment process control equipment receivers recorders relays rotometers flow transmitters level transmitters pressure transmitters temperature transmitters signal conditioning equipment small motors switches tachometer generator thermocouples Resistance Temperature Device (RTDs) transformers control valves pneumatic and electric actuators and positioners
- Knowledge of Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) control loops including single loop controllers and configuration. Knowledge of soldering techniques and principles
- Knowledge of the techniques necessary to analyze industrial processes for the design modification troubleshooting and repair of plant control instrumentation.
- Skill in utilizing a computer and associated software applications including word processing spreadsheets databases single loop controller (SLC) and programmable logic controllers (PLC). Working knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) including networking and interconnect protocols.
Competencies You Bring:
- Being Resilient -Is confident under pressure; Handles and manages crises effectively; Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity; Bounces back from setbacks; Grows from hardships and negative experiences.
- Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm.
- Manages Ambiguity - Operating effectively even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
- Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Collaborates - Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives; Partners with others to get work done; Credits others for their contributions and accomplishments; Gains trust and support of others.
- Drives Engagement - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
Required Licenses:
- A valid unencumbered Washington State Drivers License.
- Additional licenses certifications and other requirements determined to be necessary to meet the business needs of the employing unit may be required.
It Would be Great if You Also Bring:
- Certificate in instrumentation and controls
- Programming experience with Ovations DCS controls
- Allen Bradley PLC and panel-view programming experience
- Device-NET experience
- Telemetry experience
- Wastewater experience
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
- Work Location: South Treatment Plant - 1200 Monster Road SW Renton Washington 98057.
- Work Schedule:This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
- The position requires the ability to work all shift schedules and required to report to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions and be on a rotating call list after a 9-month probationary period (if applicable).
- Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division).
- Physical Requirement:Incumbents perform fieldwork at a wastewater treatment plant and associated off-site facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds work in confined spaces kneel crawl walk and climb using ladders catwalks and stairways work indoor and outdoor in open tanks and vaults and around noxious odors and high noise levels.
Application and Selection Process:
First consideration will be given to qualified transfer-eligible S.E.I.U. 925 WTD applicants. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity completeness and alignment with the experience qualifications knowledge and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews.
Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment (subject to change)
- Onsite technical exam (in-person at South Treatment Plant) - Week of 8/18/25
- Onsite panel interviews(in-person at South Treatment Plant)- Week of 8/26/25
- Complete Application
- Optional Resume (will be reviewed if submitted)
- Optional Cover Letter(will be reviewed if submitted)
For more information regarding this recruitment please contact:
Rodney O. Dungo
HR Analyst
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Employment Type
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