Under limited direction, the Utilities Electronics Technician installs, calibrates, troubleshoots, and repairs instruments, controls, and electronic communications systems at Lift stations, wells, remote monitoring and control sites, County potable water and reclaimed water interconnects, interconnects with other cities, pump stations, water treatment plants, booster stations and all Water/Wastewater treatment facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Performs skilled electronics work in the maintenance, repairs, installation, and calibration of sensors, meters, pumps, instruments, and telemetry systems used in the operation and care of wastewater facilities for the City of Clearwater.
Troubleshoots, evaluates, and determines errors and issues that need to be repaired; researches instrument and control manuals to properly troubleshoot, diagnose, and fix equipment and gauges.
Uses and operates control schematics and PLC programs to diagnose and repair automation controls; programs controllers and replaces sensors, tubing, batteries, and wiring if needed to make operational.
Provides extensive preventative maintenance throughout Water/Wastewater treatment plant, lifts stations, and remote sites; use all senses to examine and evaluate equipment for functionality and operation.
Installs, calibrates, and ensures the operation of new equipment and instruments; makes consistent updates to current equipment and recommends new equipment that would benefit the quality of the plant.
Analyzes, inspects, and troubleshoots SCADA system and servers; troubleshoots and provides electrical repairs to circuit boards for hard to find equipment and various instrumentation.
Documents and reports time used, materials used, and vehicle movement and condition; tracks and reports on repairs and maintenance performed on various equipment; ensures all electrical work is done to industry standards and all regulations.
Researches parts, equipment, and tools, works with vendors to obtain necessary quotes and prepares necessary documentation to purchase needed parts, equipment and supplies; tests used equipment to determine status and functionality; inventories and organizes parts and equipment for effective completion of jobs and repairs.
Performs related tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid State driver's license is required.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D. Certificate with some vocational training AND four (4) years of experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of radio telemetry, controls, or allied electronic devices, calibration of compliance and process control equipment, and systems; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledgeof -
Practices, principles, methods, and skills in the care and maintenance of electrical equipment up to and including 120 volt AC circuits and appurtenances, fixtures, and components
Electronics theory relating to Water/Wastewater treatment equipment
Meters, gauges, telemetry systems, and other electronic communications equipment
Project management
Safety and hazard precautions
Power tools and equipment
Department policies and protocols
Equipment maintenance practices and methods
Skill in -
Inspecting, repairing, installing, and modifying electrical equipment
Providing maintenance and repair for various electric needs
Reading and interpreting manuals
Electric codes and regulations
Troubleshooting gauges, meters, and other communications systems
Interpreting and applying codes, regulations, and standards
Understanding and complying with oral and written instructions
Using tact and independent judgment within established guidelines
Calibration of instruments for various needs and compliance