Instrument Technician

SUMMARY/PURPOSE

To maintain and repair a variety of instrumentation Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) electronic processing and control equipment. The work involves installation modification preventative maintenance troubleshooting and repairs of the City Utilities metering transmitting and recording instruments sensors flow monitoring equipment and computer equipment; and performs other maintenance work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The supervisor provides continuing or individual assignments by indicating generally what is to be done limitations quality and quantity expected deadlines and priority of assignments. The supervisor provides additional specific instructions for new difficult or unusual assignments including suggested work methods or advice on source material available.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Does not have direct supervisory responsibility but does have significant oversight of employees or projects that require delegation and direction over the work of others.

1. Install maintain and repair a variety of electronic and pneumatic instruments such as telemetering devices programmable logic controls transmitters receivers sensors monitoring equipment flow meters and other instruments.

2. Perform a wide variety of journey level work in the analysis design programming testing installation integration and maintenance of data processing systems.

3. Maintain and repair the computer equipment associated with SCADA monitoring and control systems including all input and processing equipment to ensure that accurate data is received and processed.

4. Operate standard diagnostic and repair equipment and tools to properly complete the preventive maintenance or repair projects.

5. Install electrical electronic pneumatic and mechanical components.

6. Assist other staff and consulting specialists in the installation modification maintenance and repair of instrumentation and electronic processing equipment.

7. Read and interpret blueprints drawings manuals and output data to diagnose and repair equipment.

8. Clean the work area after completion of a project and keep tools and equipment in good working condition.

9. Prepare material lists and cost estimates.

10. Attend training sessions as deemed appropriate by supervisors.

11. Perform maintenance duties as assigned.

12. Act as project leader on specified job assignments and provide direction and assistance to others involved.

13. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation supporting other employees in handling tasks interacting effectively and respectfully with others showing a desire to contribute to the team effort accepting assignments willingly and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.

14. Other duties may be assigned.

A. A minimum of two (2) years of full-time equivalent work experience as an instrument or computer repair technician working with installation maintenance and repair of electronic monitoring and processing equipment with at least one (1) year of experience with programmable logic controls or critical subsystems and equipment such as HMI or SCADA control systems; OR a combination of related education above experience and specialized training totaling three (3) years.

B. Experience with water wastewater and gas controls and instrumentation preferred.

C. Experience with Industrial Wireless Communication Systems preferred.

License Requirements

A. Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota D drivers license or privilege.

B. Registration with the State of Minnesota as an electrical worker or the ability to obtain registration within one week of hire.

Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Non-Discrimination
The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin sex marital status familial status age sexual orientation status with regard to public assistance disability genetic information veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Alternative Exam Process(does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional temporary or part-time non-union selections)
For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through .

Work Eligibility
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.

Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional temporary or part-time non-union selections)
Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education/Experience Review the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically the notice should be sent by email to .

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Does not apply to Charter Appointment provisional seasonal temporary or part-time non-union selections

OPEN SELECTIONS
If claiming veterans preference please attach to your application (via file upload)a copy of all documents required for the option that applies to you:

Veteran
1.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran
1.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater dated within 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
3.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if the veteran is unable to qualify for the specific position being applied for as a result of the service-connected disability.)

Spouse of Deceased Veteran
1.) Copy of Marriage Certificate;
2.) Death Certificate or other proof of death;
3.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge. If Disabled Veteran also include
4.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 10% or greater dated within 12 months. (Eligible only if applicant has not remarried and the veteran died during active duty or as a result of an injury received from active duty.)

Preference points will be added to Veteran Spouse of Disabled or Deceased Veteran or Disabled Veterans score only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS
If claiming veterans preference please attach to your application (via file upload) a copy of the documents listed below:

Disabled Veteran
1.) Member Copy 4 DD214 or DD215 indicating an honorable discharge;
2.) FL-802 FL 21-802 or letter of disability or equivalent from USDVA Boards written decision of a compensation rating of 50% or greater dated within 12 months.

Preference points will be awarded to Disabled Veterans score one time on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment and only if the applicant successfully completes all phases of the exam process and Human Resources has received all supporting documentation.

Please refer toMinnesota Statute 197.455for additional information about Veterans Preference.