SCADA Technician

KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

About the Role

This position is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of SCADA equipment within KUB facilities and distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Programming PLC, HMI, Radio, RTU, PQM, IED, and IntelliRupter devices
• Performing detailed low voltage wiring
• Conducting rigorous end‑to‑end testing
• Analyzing test data
• Executing corrective actions
• Maintaining detailed technical documentation for communication routes, control equipment wiring, wiring diagrams, and control system interfaces, ensuring accurate representation of field installations and compliance with applicable engineering and documentation standards
• Supporting the installation, monitoring, and repair of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, including the design and development of technical solutions
• Responding to system emergencies
• Performing distribution system troubleshooting and restoration
• Conducting training sessions on system operations, testing procedures, and safety protocols
• Demonstrating strong leadership skills and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure while maintaining and promoting safe working standards for self and others

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to problem‑solve and working knowledge of equipment, tools, and instruments used to perform mechanical tasks
• Ability to read and utilize schematics, diagrams, and operations maintenance manuals
• Good written and oral communication, interpersonal, and team skills
• Valid driver's license

Qualifications

• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift and work where conditions are cramped and head space is limited
• Requires above normal visual and mental alertness quite frequently
• Must be able to climb steps and work from ladders
• Combination of office and field environment
• Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and/or exceed those demands described above

• Technical certificate or Associates Degree in Engineering Technology
• One (1) + years’ experience in the installation, wiring, and working in a field position
• Experience reading and understanding programming logic and schematic diagrams
• One (1) + years’ experience managing, programming and installing Industrial Controls Systems (ICS) in a manufacturing environment
• One (1) + years’ experience in the utility industry and specialized industry training in utility