Instrumentation Electric & Control Specialist

Distinguishing Features of Work

This is skilled, technical work responsible for installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation, control, communication, and/or electrical equipment in a water plant, pump station, wellfield, and/or recharge facility. Specific duties vary according to assigned location(s) and competency level of the employee. Work is directed and reviewed by a supervisor.

Examples of Work Performed

• Installs, maintains, repairs, and adjusts electric motors, switches, wiring, fuses, and transformers
• Uses electrical testing devices to diagnose and resolve problems in electrical systems and equipment
• Installs, inspects, analyzes, maintains, and repairs various types of electrical equipment and electronic control systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) components
• Calibrates electronic meters and instruments
• Perform required quality control and maintenance for on-line instrumentation
• Troubleshoot communications and instrumentation problems
• May work near high voltage electrical equipment
• Advises in the development of specifications and drawings
• Coordinates and inspects installations and repairs by contractors
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle
• More complex work assignments will be required as employees attain higher levels of competency

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of the methods, tools, and materials used in electrical, electronic, and related mechanical repair work
• Knowledge in the use of electrical testing devices
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions
• Knowledge of the standard computer keyboard configurations and ability to access, interpret, and record information using a video display terminal and electronic keyboard
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Ability to legibly maintain written and electronic records
• Ability to use the tools and apparatus common to the electrical trade area
• Ability to bend, twist, turn, pull, and stretch on a daily basis as required to perform electrical repair work, possibly in confined areas such as a closet
• Ability to carry, set up, and climb a 20 foot extension ladder on a daily basis
• Ability to remove and carry an electric motor or similar equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
• Ability to push and/or pull a machine or hand truck with 20 pounds resistance while walking
• May require ability to carry a 20 pound light fixture up a 20 foot extension ladder and install it
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions
• Ability to drive at night
• Ability to be available for after-hour emergencies including on-call duties
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public
• Ability to orally communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
• Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal records check

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