Utility Instrumentation Technician

The Utility Instrumentation Technician maintains and repairs the instrumentation and electrical equipment at the County's water plants, wastewater plants and lift stations. Oversees electrical control systems.  

• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Maintains and repairs electrical systems.  Installs new electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoots electrical problems.
• Maintains Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, and debugs control system programs.
• Calibrates electrical equipment as needed.
• Collects and analyzes data to ensure failure-free equipment and down time.
• Prioritizes tasks and determines proper corrective action.
• Makes inspections and evaluates acceptability of workmanship, materials, and completion.
• Maintains accurate files, records and documentation, and parts inventory.
• Responds timely to emergency calls 24 hours/day via cell phone.
• Performs work duties on weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two (2) years of college education.
• Four (4) years relevant experience.

• Ability to work after normal business hours (including nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Proficiency in maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose complex electrical issues efficiently.
• Understanding of calibration standards and procedures.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze operational data.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

• Requires standing and walking most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent balancing, and occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, balancing, and occasional kneeling, jumping, throwing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve typing, simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, and working in darkness.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, unprotected heights, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.  Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for benefits information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.

Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess qualifications. Selected applicants will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process. Relevant experience that is not gained through work experience should be explained in the additional information section of the application. 

Must successfully pass a criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. 

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.

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