SCADA Technician - $1000 Sign - on Incentive

Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County, Florida. The Water Division ensures a safe and reliable water supply for all customers, operating four regional and nine satellite water supply facilities that collectively produce approximately 60 million gallons per day.

About the role

This position is responsible for programming, installing, and maintaining all equipment used for the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system. Work requires independent judgment and is performed under the general supervision of the SCADA Administrator. This role involves long periods of computer screen time, and work is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports, and results achieved.

Responsibilities

• Programs PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers).
• Troubleshoots software problems with the SCADA system.
• Programs and troubleshoots HMI (Human-Machine-Interface) software.
• Troubleshoots hardware on the SCADA system.
• Troubleshoots computer software and hardware servers and workstations.
• Configures network equipment such as Industrial Fiber Network Switches.
• Builds and analyzes trends for troubleshooting.
• Configures automated reports and other software related to SCADA.
• Assists with purchase orders and work orders.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Requires an Associate's Degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science or Electronics Technology or equivalent electronics technical school, and four (4) years of combined experience in the following areas: PLC programming, radio systems, computer usage, instrumentation, electrical, or HMI SCADA systems. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted for the education requirement. Must possess a State of Florida Class (E) Driver's License.

Preferences

• Knowledge of SCADA systems including fiber optics, PLCs, radios and data transmission.
• Experience with instrumentation loops, VBA, C+, or similar computer programming languages.
• Experience with a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., MAXIMO).

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days of paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long-term disability, and employee assistance for all family members (effective on day one).
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program, including free one-on-one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, and personal life balance.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietitian and nurse services.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

Pay Grade: 017 – From $29.06 to $37.76 per hour (FLSA Status: Non-Exempt). Placement based on education and experience.

Schedule

40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. May include additional hours during emergencies.