Canton Electronic Specialist (Part-Time)

Salary Range: $26.12-$36.50

Rate of pay at each step

1. $26.12
2. $27.38
3. $31.24
4. $32.81
5. $36.50
   

This is a part-time position with the City of Canton. An employee in a part-time position may work up to twenty-nine hours a week and their schedule will be determined by the City. Employees in this position will be offered paid vacation sick time and a retirement plan.

Interested in this position Please submit your application through clicking theApplybutton on the posting. ApplicantsMUSTsubmit a copy of their valid drivers license and any other documents pertinent to this position with their application.

This is anopenexamination. To be eligible for this examination all applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or have a permanent residence card. Applicants must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid drivers license.

General Statement of Duties:

The Electronic Specialist is primarily responsible for operating and maintaining electronic instrumentation plant operations computer based equipment and control devices for the entire operation of the Water Reclamation Facility (WRF). Supervises the activities of the Senior Instrumentation Specialist. The employee works under the general supervision of the WPCC Superintendent and/or a designee.

Distinguishing Features of the Class:

Performs skilled electronic/electrical work on all WRF process control equipment. Trains and supervises employees in the use of the departments plant operations computer-based equipment.

Examples of Work:

Supervises and trains employees. Troubleshoots plans schedules and assigns work. Provides technical support for the departments operations. Coordinates with other City Departments and/or agencies for assigned duties. Oversees the departments electronic plant operations computer-based equipment instrumentation hardware components and all other devices on and off site. Contacts vendors and/or suppliers to obtain price quotes and for technical support. Maintains calibrates and repairs electronic controllers switches etc. Calibrates all metering and control systems. Monitors adjusts and maintains the Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) on a daily basis. Ensures that CEMS daily calibration checks pass all parameters. Maintains and updates lift station telemetry documentation files software and reports as needed to maintain proper system operation. Conducts routine off-site inspections on pump controller and level setting devices/ electronics. Conducts routine off-site inspections on SCADA and RTU components with WRFs jurisdiction. Maintains calibrates and repairs the electronic equipment at the Citys lift stations. Maintains daily maintenance work records. Prepares and types a variety of technical reports. Other related duties not listed but consistent with and similar in nature may also be required.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles and theories of pneumatics hydraulics electricity and electronics. Thorough knowledge of engineering and construction maintenance principles for all types of wastewater systems. Ability to read write and communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to train and supervise other employees. Ability to operate a computer terminal including keyboarding skills. Ability to prepare reports. Ability to maintain records. Ability to use a variety of electrical and mechanical tools. Ability to diagnose trouble and to interpret complex engineering drawings and/or electronic schematics. Ability to maintain program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Ability to climb bend stoop lift and walk to perform investigative duties related to all aspects of WRFs operation. Must possess a valid State of Ohio Drivers License.

Acceptable Experience and Training:

Graduation from high school or equivalent plus a two-year electrical/electronic technical degree or comparable education; five years of experience with electronic and computer-based equipment or comparable experience in similar environment; or an equivalent combination of education experience and/or training which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

Wastewater Treatment incentive pay shall be paid to employee(s) in this classification provided the employee possesses a Class I II or III Certificate as issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and is an employee of WRF.