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Process Control Systems Specialist
$67k-81k (estimate)
Full Time
0 Months Ago
City of Sacramento is Hiring a Process Control Systems Specialist Near Sacramento, CA
The Department of Utilities (DOU) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Process Control Systems Specialist vacancy within the Wastewater/Drainage Division. The position programs Schneider PLCs in both EcoStruxure Control Expert (DFB and Structured Text) and Proworx32 (984LL); and programs HMI software VTScada with scripting, widget creation, and creating, assigning, and scaling tags with these associated widgets. The position also performs some network switch capability using Command Line and Web Interface. Incumbents are responsible for understanding how the process control they are programming works and should function.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will have a strong background working with industrial control network communications, process control systems, and databases used for automating and monitoring industrial equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience securing critical infrastructure assets within an operational technology environment, understand how to limit risk from cyber security perspective, programming and troubleshooting software and hardware for human machine interface applications, programmable logic controllers, and instrumentation and electrical components integral to these process systems.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will have a strong background working with industrial control network communications, process control systems, and databases used for automating and monitoring industrial equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience securing critical infrastructure assets within an operational technology environment, understand how to limit risk from cyber security perspective, programming and troubleshooting software and hardware for human machine interface applications, programmable logic controllers, and instrumentation and electrical components integral to these process systems.
Under general supervision, performs duties involved in the planning, programming, designing, maintaining, and repairing control apparatus, data logging and display equipment, communications systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) software and hardware equipment to support operations of the City's water and wastewater facilities; develops and designs improvements to control systems; plans, coordinates, and implements a comprehensive control system installation, maintenance, and repair program; provides recommendations, support, and assistance to the supervisor and engineering and operation staff; and performs related work as required.
Substitution:
Additional related experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis.PROOF OF EDUCATION
Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Driver License:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver License by time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is partially a sedentary office classification and partially a field classification requiring frequent standing in and walking between work areas, including traversing uneven terrain and climbing up and down facility access points. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform work. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTSEmployees work indoors and outdoors, and are frequently exposed to dust, fumes, and allergens and occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, inclement weather conditions, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical and chemical substances.PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) – All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
4. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)– All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single classification; and, a full journey-level classification. The Process Control Systems Specialist is responsible for performing specialized functions in the development, maintenance, and repair of the City's water and wastewater facility control systems. This class is distinguished from general information technology support classifications by the specialized and technical expertise related to process control systems, specifically SCADA.
Depending upon assignment, duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:This is a single classification; and, a full journey-level classification. The Process Control Systems Specialist is responsible for performing specialized functions in the development, maintenance, and repair of the City's water and wastewater facility control systems. This class is distinguished from general information technology support classifications by the specialized and technical expertise related to process control systems, specifically SCADA.
- Analyzes, evaluates, designs, develops, programs, tests, implements, documents, and maintains process control systems to support operations of the water and wastewater facilities and systems, including control apparatus, data logging and display equipment, networks, communications and security systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) software and hardware equipment.
- Participates in designing and developing new or enhanced process control system upgrades and/or applications; analyzes user operations and business requirements to design and develop process control system solutions; reviews, evaluates, and recommends systems and applications; creates or oversees the development of systems documentation to develop program specifications; designs optimum system configurations; develops and implements testing plans; ensures system quality assurance; determines whether new programs meet users’ business and technology requirements and makes adjustments as required.
- Maintains and provides technical support to existing systems; provides answers to user requests for information on system use; responds to calls and requests for major or minor systems modifications; troubleshoots routine to highly complex system, hardware, and software related problems; writes, tests, debugs, and installs programs.
- Performs system administration functions; evaluates and tests system upgrades; installs, configures, and/or upgrades software and hardware; monitors data storage utilization; implements virtual server infrastructure and maintains related servers.
- Analyzes and maintains complex system software, databases, networks, and related applications; resolves compatibility problems; monitors and optimizes performance; develops migration, capacity, and disaster planning and recovery procedures.
- Performs programming of SCADA, PLC, and Human Machine Interface (HMI); troubleshoots and corrects programming, configuration, and interface problems; determines method of integrating new programming code into existing programs to meet user needs.
- Monitors and implements technological advances in process control systems and applications; advises management about upgrades and improved systems and applications as necessary.
- Monitors system security and performance; identifies unauthorized access and potential security breaches; recommends improvements to security and network performance.
- Designs, installs, configures software, troubleshoots, and maintains camera and security systems at the City’s water and wastewater facilities.
- Develops and reviews complex reports related to the operation of process control systems, including monthly compliance and special project reports; develops and implements various reporting tools as necessary.
- Trains operations staff in the use of control systems to monitor operational processes and to perform basic control system troubleshooting; assists operators in the development of process control strategies as necessary.
- Writes documentation on new and enhanced systems or programs, including detailed descriptions and functional capabilities; prepares and updates user materials and procedures manuals.
- Maintains accurate electronic records, files, and data for real-time process data.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Principles and practices of computer science, process control systems, and information systems operations and components, including systems analysis, programming, database administration, and network administration.
- Principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in the installation, programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance of data acquisition software and hardware, networks, and programming applications, including SCADA, PLC, and HMI.
- Principles and practices of project management, identifying technology needs and issues, researching and evaluating technology, applications, and the most effective courses of action, and implementing solutions.
- Electrical systems, equipment, and operations.
- Methods and techniques of evaluating business operations to develop technology solutions.
- Control systems theory and its practical application to process control and instrumentation.
- Operations of wastewater and water management systems and flow regimes.
- Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
- Principles and practices of data collection, analysis, and technical report preparation.
- Complex arithmetic and statistical techniques.
- Standard office practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment, record keeping, and computer applications related to the work.
- English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
- Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
- Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.
- Provide support in the implementation and maintenance of process control systems, software, hardware, networks, and related applications.
- On a continuous basis, analyze programming, observe monitoring signals, troubleshoot system, understand system operation, and explain new programs to operators and other users; intermittently interpret data and system configurations.
- Respond to and identify user needs and determine resolutions.
- Apply the principles of software, hardware, database, and programming management to organize and maintain system integrity.
- Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
- Modify existing strategies and/or methods to meet unusual conditions.
- Develop, interpret, apply, and explain a wide variety of technical policies and procedures and communicate difficult procedures and regulations to those encountered in the course of work.
- Research, analyze, and summarize data, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
- Identify and take appropriate action when unusual operating problems occur.
- Organize, maintain, and update database and records systems.
- Prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports, records, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Make accurate complex arithmetic and statistical computations.
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
- Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
- Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone or radio, and in writing.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field.
AND
Experience:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in an industrial environment, programming, maintaining, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing SCADA, PLC's, and telemetry systems.AND
Experience:
Substitution:
Additional related experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis.PROOF OF EDUCATION
Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Driver License:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver License by time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is partially a sedentary office classification and partially a field classification requiring frequent standing in and walking between work areas, including traversing uneven terrain and climbing up and down facility access points. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform work. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTSEmployees work indoors and outdoors, and are frequently exposed to dust, fumes, and allergens and occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, inclement weather conditions, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical and chemical substances.PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) – All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
- Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
- Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
- If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
- If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
- Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment.
- Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
- If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C.
- Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply.
- Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
- A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions.
4. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)– All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
- Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
- For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
- Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment;
- Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org; or
- Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$67k-81k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/04/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
06/10/2024
WEBSITE
cityofsacramento.org
HEADQUARTERS
SACRAMENTO, CA
SIZE
3,000 - 7,500
FOUNDED
1849
CEO
MAX FERNANDEZ
REVENUE
$500M - $1B
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About City of Sacramento
"The mission of the Sacramento Police Department is to work in partnership with the Community to protect life and property, solve neighborhood problems, and enhance the quality of life in our City. " Goals: Reduce crime, the fear of crime, and improve the quality of life of Sacramento's residents. Improve the trust and collaboration between community residents, businesses and police officers. Augment education and training of crime prevention and youth intervention. Remain on the cutting edge of best practices that promote safe, livable, and viable neighborhoods and business districts. As memb...ers of the Sacramento Police Department we accept responsibility for contributing to the quality of life in our community. We believe the character of our Department is best reflected in the quality of service provided by each of our members. We are committed to; Serving in an impartial, courteous, responsive, and effective manner. Maintaining an attitude which respects the dignity and rights of those we serve. Facilitating open communications with the public. Taking responsibility for our actions and be willing to admit our mistakes. Professionalism which is the result of a clear sense of perspective and direction, strengthened by teamwork and innovation. Remaining enthusiastic and put empathy first and foremost in public and employee relations. Promoting community involvement and cooperation. Being ever mindful that we are members of the public we serve.
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