Instrumentation Technician

• Performs skilled labor tasks in order to maintain City water utilities system and components; inspects and maintains water pump stations and wastewater lift stations and verifies system operations meet Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) standards.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Interprets complex detailed electrical, electronic drawings and prints.
• Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Performs system maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures, reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Leads Utilities Maintenance Workers in repair and maintenance of water and wastewater system and components; prioritizes and assigns tasks; trains Workers in work procedures and the proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of and understands lock & tag out procedures and requirements according to OSHA standards.
• Reads complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and shop drawings for the purpose of installation, troubleshooting and repairing of major systems and minor subsystems and components; should have some ability to troubleshoot motor starter circuits.
• Uses advanced knowledge of low voltage and controls. Performs inspections in compliance with the national electrical code.
• Inspects lift and pump stations for proper functionality; inspects and repairs mechanical and electrical components, pumps, and valves.
• Inspects and flushes hydrants and tests for proper functionality and water quality, checks chlorine residuals throughout water system.
• Cleans and maintains lift stations and removes grease in wet vaults; maintains landscaping; clears trash, brush, weeds, and debris from adjoining areas.
• Operates and maintains a variety of specialized tools and equipment; assists with maintenance work on tools and equipment.
• Pulls and terminates cable for instrumentation installs.
• Maintains daily work logs and records of maintenance services performed.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents.
• Responds as directed to perform emergency repair and maintenance work
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Cross trains in all utility’s maintenance tasks.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the City by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• Must have a valid driver license prior to employment.
• Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement or Class B with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment and maintain.
• Must possess Water and Wastewater Operator licenses from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) or must obtain licenses within one year of hire; additional technical skills training and certifications may be required for some job assignments.

• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and methods of maintenance of water and wastewater stations and components.
• Methods and procedures used to test, maintain and repair electrical and mechanical components.
• Tools and equipment used in water utilities system maintenance.
• Maintenance and repair standards for water utility equipment.
• Proper use and storage procedures for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

• Diagnosing equipment malfunctions and repairing mechanical and electrical components.
• Operating and maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles according to standard procedures.
• Performing heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Following and maintaining safety standards.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

Salary : $22 - $27