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Operational Technology Technician

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Traer Creek - Avon, CO

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$37.16 - $60.23 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Negligible

Job Shift

Day

Summary

The Operational Technology Systems (OTS) team is responsible for advanced design, configuration, maintenance, and repair of a variety of industrial electrical and instrumentation devices, controls devices, and systems that govern District water and wastewater facilities. The ideal candidate for this position would join our team with previous SCADA based industrial control systems and PLC programming experience.

This important work enables us to do what we do best: provide reliable water and wastewater service to our customers in a safe and efficient way. We are looking for a dynamic, positive, and team-oriented professional to join our team of expert technicians.

The Day to Day:

• Support: Drives various initiatives by troubleshooting electrical, automation, instrumentation, and controls systems inclusive of but not limited to sump pumps, motor control and pump control panels, wire installation, conduit, power distribution devices, motor starters, PLCs, probes, sensors, alarms, HMIs, and VFDs according to current electrical code and industry standards. Responds to and resolves tickets for OTS related concerns.

• Electrical: Configures, installs, and maintains the following in accordance with electrical code: Electrical motor control circuits, MCC’s, ATS/MTS, trailer mounted generators, VFD’s and Soft Starters, relay logic, red line drawings, and breaker coordination understanding,

• Controls: Designs, configures, and programs SCADA based industrial control system elements. Ensures compliance with technical guidelines and standards on all projects and work. Provide installation, support, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control loops. Basic monitoring and maintenance of an industrial controls network infrastructure. Supports and designs implementation of PLC and HMI programming, alarming, and workflow development.

• Systems: Makes recommendations on upgrades to existing electrical, controls, and mechanical components/equipment as new technology dictates and identifies strengths and weaknesses of current equipment. Orders parts, supplies, and materials to maintain and repair all equipment within District facilities.

• Communication: Respectfully collaborates and communicates with peers and the public. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, integrity, positive attitude and is a team player. Establishes and maintains highly effective and respectful working relationships.

• Administrative: Completes administrative functions correctly and on time including purchasing card reconciliation, time entry, scheduling, and email upkeep.Maintains and secures all assigned district tools, trucks, and Personal Protective Equipment. Updates documentation to reflect project updates and changes.

Qualifications & Competencies

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, Associates or higher-level degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Industrial Controls, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Trade School, or another related OR at least six months experience diagnosing and resolving problems involving machine control or industrial electrical systems, preferably involving work with water/wastewater systems strongly preferred.

• Working knowledge of electrical theory and industrial control systems including PLC programming, HMI design & programming, instrumentation, and network infrastructure and a strong background in industrial electrical troubleshooting and installation in compliance with NEC is strongly preferred.

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Colorado Driver’s license and be insurable under District standards.

• Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within the first two years of employment.

• Must participate in 24-hour on-call availability on a rotational basis to support all systems.

  Salary Range

  There are three levels of OTS Technician (1, 2, Senior) with different titles and pay ranges depending on certifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Pay range and title depend on certifications and experience. Starting pay depends on qualifications but generally falls within the minimum and midpoint of the pay range . Pay ranges for each level are as follows:

• OTS Technician 1: $37.16 - $52.03

• OTS Technician 2: $40.97 - $57.35

• Senior OTS Technician: $43.01 - $60.23

  Benefits

  We value life-work balance and are leaders in the industry with our holistic benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

• Employee housing and $442 monthly housing stipend program

• Wellness program

• Retirement savings plans (414h and 457)

• 13.5 Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

• $650 Annual Recreation Benefit

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Ski Pass, Electrical Vehicle, and Computer loan programs

  Click HERE (https://d2ir6gu3mx7cqv.cloudfront.net/company/sites/152121/2024_ERWSD_Benefits_Guide.pdf) to learn more from our full 2024 Benefits Guide.

  All District employees must submit to a pre-employment drug screen and extensive background check. For a full classification specification, email erwsdjobs@erwsd.org . All applicants must apply online at www.erwsd.org byJuly 10, 2024.

  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.