Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

Position Summary

Sign on incentives available to qualified licensed applicants.

Candidates who possess a current Journeyman Electrical License and/or a current Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) License may be hired in above the entry level Technician I in accordance with the Service Authority's Career Path Policy requirements. The candidate will be required to meet Service Authority specific requirements within a set period of time.

Candidates who have instrumentation and/or electrical experience may be hired in above the minimum of the salary range for an I&E Technician I depending on experience.

I&E Technician II&E Technician III&E Technician III

Position Summary:

These positions perform technical maintenance and repair of both Electrical and Instrumentation and control equipment, in support of the Service Authority's (Authority) maintenance programs. The work involves maintaining and repairing a variety of electrical, electronic and electro-mechanical equipment, appliances and devices using specialized test equipment and instruments.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions

Position Responsibilities increase based on the Technician Level. The list below reflects the responsibilities of an I&E Technician I. A complete list of duties for Level II and Level III Technicians are available upon request.

• Assists in basic preventive maintenance and repairs on Instrumentation and Electrical equipment including, but not limited to float level switches, submersible pressure transmitters, lighting fixtures, switches and outlets, pressure transmitters, magnetic flow meters, etc.
• Ensures that work area and storage cabinets are well maintained, organized and clean.
• Locates instruments and electrical devices in the facilities process and identifies and uses the correct tools such as digital multi-meter, ammeter, hand tools etc, necessary to perform assigned function.
• Completes Instrumentation and Electrical equipment performance checks, and records findings.
• Performs measuring, cutting and installation of electrical conduit under direction of a Level II or higher I&E Technician.
• Under direct supervision installs electrical raceways using required tools such as cutters, threaders, benders, clamps, hangers etc.
• Effectively communicates and works closely with other I&E Technicians on daily work assignments, projects and tasks.
• Utilizes appropriate PPE such as safety glasses, ear protection, hard hat etc. prior to beginning assigned project.
• Operates an Authority vehicle.
• May be required to participate in and successfully complete rotational training (ESWR or O&M) estimated training rotation is three months
• May be deemed essential at any time.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Possesses a working familiarity of the methods and procedures of the Instrumentation and Electrical trades.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of, tools, equipment and materials used in the Instrumentation and Electrical trades, as well as basic mathematics, computer usage and English.
• Ability to assist in preventative maintenance and repairs to a variety of Instrumentation and control equipment and Electrical equipment.
• Possesses ability to develop working knowledge of Authority's Information Technology systems, including GIS, SCADA, CMMS, as well Microsoft Office.
• Able to effectively communicate with all higher level I&E Technicians and customers.
• Able to operate an Authority vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Possesses ability to follow established Service Authority policies and procedures in the performance of duties.
• Possesses ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, communicate effectively and to work cooperatively with others.
• Able to work on-call as needed.
• At least one year of related experience in Instrumentation or Electrical work.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Successfully completes Authority testing requirements for position.
• Possesses a combination of education and experience as described above.

• Possesses and demonstrates working knowledge of the methods and procedures of the Instrumentation trade and of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the field.
• Demonstrates an understanding of, and ability to use the tools, equipment and materials used in the Instrumentation trade, as well as basic mathematics, computer use and English.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs of low complexity to a variety of Instrumentation and control equipment.
• Possesses a knowledge of and ability to use the Authority's Information Technology systems, including GIS, SCADA, CMMS, as well Microsoft Office.
• Able to operate a Service Authority vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to follow established Service Authority policies and procedures in the performance of duties.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, communicate effectively and to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work on-call as needed.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Successfully complete Authority testing requirements for position.
• Possesses a combination of education and experience as described above.

Instrumentation Requirement:

• Possesses a valid CCST Level I Certification.

OR
Electrical Requirement:

• Possesses a valid Virginia Journeyman Electrical License.

• Possesses and demonstrates working knowledge of the methods and procedures of the Instrumentation trade and of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the field.
• Demonstrates an understanding of, and ability to use the tools, equipment and materials used in the Instrumentation trade, as well as basic mathematics, computer use and English.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to a variety of Instrumentation and control equipment.
• Required education, experience and training in Electrical and Instrumentation work in order to meet stated certification requirements.
• Possesses and demonstrates working knowledge of the methods and procedures of the Electrical trade and of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the field.
• Demonstrates an understanding of, and ability to use the tools, equipment and materials used in the Electrical trade, as well as basic mathematics, computer use and English.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to a variety of Electrical equipment.
• Possesses a knowledge of and ability to use the Authority's Information Technology systems, including GIS, SCADA, CMMS, as well Microsoft Office.
• Ability to operate a Service Authority vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to follow established Service Authority policies and procedures in the performance of duties.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, communicate effectively and to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work on-call as needed.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Successfully complete Authority testing requirements for position.
• Possess a combination of education and experience as described above.

Instrumentation Requirement:

• Possesses a valid CCST Level I Certification.

AND
Electrical Requirement:

• Possesses a valid Virginia Journeyman Electrical License.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands of this position are available upon request. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications do not express absolute employment or promotional standards. They are general guidelines that should be considered along with the job related selection or promotional criteria.