SCADA Technician
SCADA Technician
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DEFINITION / GENERAL PURPOSE:
Performs a variety of tasks semi-skilled and skilled technical work in the operation maintenance and repair of the SCADA system. Occasionally works on other water system components such as control valves check valves air release valves motors and pumps along with other various equipment. Reports water quality test results daily; including work-orders water quality complaint reports SCADA Data logs and as designated by the Superintendent.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Works Under the general supervision of the SCADA Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in recording all pertinent data required by State City and department.
Monitors and records data from SCADA system.
Monitors chlorine residual within the water system.
Performs accuracy tests on multiple Analyzers Transducers and Laboratory Test Kits on a monthly basis.
Performs operational checks and maintains all pump/storage facilities within the guidelines of TCEQ City and departmental rules and regulations.
Climbs and inspects water storage tanks when required.
Records weight regulates and changes chlorine bottles when required.
Performs chlorinator pump and motor maintenance and repair.
Responds to customer service complaints.
Performs bacteriological water sampling (upon licensing when required).
Repair and maintain control valves check-valves and air releases.
Troubleshoots minor electrical problems when required.
Perform minor repairs to electrical controls chart machines timers phase protectors and SCADA components when required.
Operate and maintain vehicles.
Responds to emergency calls periodically (on-call 24 hours for 7 days).
Performs other essential duties as required to achieve successful operations of the department.
Subject to be called to assist an employee on standby duty.
Contribute to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
Regular and timely attendance is an essential job function.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES:
Serves as a member of various employee committees as assigned.
Assists in the training and supervising of all employees contractors and volunteers.
Other Duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED required.
Valid Texas Drivers License rated Class C or higher with insurable record.
Minimum Experience: None will train upon employment.
Desired Experience: Water distribution operations or operations in a relatable field.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must attend the required education and training to maintain required certifications.
Obtain Class D Water Distribution license within eighteen (18) months from date of employment.
Obtain Class C Water Distribution license within three (3) years from date of employment.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of equipment materials methods and procedures used in water distribution operations;
Knowledge of safety procedures and practices related to excavation confined space entry trenching dangerous gases and other water distribution operations;
Ability to evaluate and perform the technical operations of the SCADA system;
Ability to perform and diagnose water quality control testing;
Ability to work drive and operate a variety of vehicles and equipment safely and effectively;
Ability to obtain/maintain licenses as required by Federal and State laws;
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
Ability to read and understand technical manuals and map;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and other departments and the public;
Ability to monitor read interprets various diagrams devices; chart gauges and correctly interpret and react to those interpretations;
Ability to learn the characteristics of individual pump stations and water storage facilities.
SELECTION GUIDELINES:
Formal application rating of education and experience; oral interview reference and criminal background checks and drug screens are required. Job related tests may also be required.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Various motorized vehicles including pickup truck (w/trailer) medium sized equipment various power tools tampers/compactors lawn maintenance equipment/tools cut-off saws chain saws jackhammers pneumatic valve machines and tapping machines. Various common hand tools shovels wrenches safety equipment such as SCBAs and harnesses and/or any other tool or equipment inherent to the job.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to lift carry and position objects weighting up to 75 pounds in weight. The use of hands and fingers to handle and/or feel of objects. The employee is occasionally required to sit stand and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and have good coordination in the manipulation of light and heavy equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The employee in this position will be required to remain on-call due to the any nature of the job.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.
No one will perform the duties of a higher position without prior authorization from an individual authorized to approve.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
