Utilities Systems Analyst I/II - SCADA

About the role

This recruitment will be used to fill two (2) vacancies at either the Utilities Systems Analyst I or Utilities Systems Analyst II level. First review of applications will be on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and weekly thereafter as needed.

Responsibilities

• Utilities Systems Analyst I:
  • Programming, modifying, and testing graphic interfaces for use by the Water Treatment Plant Operators
  • Creating and running reports
  • Utilizing advanced graphics and programming concepts, tools, and technologies such as Visual Basic and 3D graphics animation to develop Operator control interfaces
  • Utilizing Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming languages such as Ladder, Function Block, Structured Text, and Sequential Function Chart logic to develop control programs
  • Installing, configuring, and maintaining workstations, laptops, and other peripherals both stand alone and connected to the Utilities network
  • Assisting in evaluating hardware, software, and peripherals for new and existing facilities
  • Testing and modifying new and existing applications used for operational interfacing with PLC’s
  • Verifying Process and Instrumentation (P&ID) and electrical drawings for accuracy, and verifying that drawings agree with control descriptions and plant specifications
  • Creating SCADA Human Machine Interface (HMI) graphics and associated database
  • Developing and implementing SCADA alarm functions
  • Troubleshooting the system and correcting problems
  • Developing daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly reports as required by management and plant personnel
  • Developing SCADA documentation and performing related duties as required
• Utilities Systems Analyst II:
  • Maintaining the security, integrity, and availability of industrial control systems within the City
  • Providing technical support and expertise in programming of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system
  • Developing programs, installing upgrades, maintaining, and repairing the Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) at the Water Treatment Plants, pump stations, wells, lift stations, and sulfide treatment stations using Function Block Programming and Human Machine Interface (HMI) design
  • Developing, creating, modifying, and testing graphic interfaces for use by the Utility Control Center and Plant Operators
  • Evaluating, testing, and reviewing vendor products
  • Assisting in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying SCADA system hardware and software (examples: Ethernet networks, servers, workstations, routers, switches, network communication devices, and PLCs)
  • Verifying Process and Instrumentation (P&ID) and electrical drawings for accuracy, and verifying that drawings agree with control descriptions and plant specifications
  • Interfacing with engineers, contractors, vendors, and City personnel to determine how PLC software should control the plant and what type of HMI is needed
  • Maintaining documentation regarding SCADA network
  • Developing daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly reports as required by management and plant personnel
  • On-call support during non-business hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications & Requirements

• Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
• Utilities Systems Analyst I:
  • Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
  • Good (1 - 3 years) work experience in information systems, including work with SCADA or Utility Network experience.
  • Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Substance Abuse Testing: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.
  • Preferred/Desirable Qualifications: Experience in the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of electronic (solid-state) controls, instrumentation, and related equipment is highly desirable.
• Utilities Systems Analyst II:
  • Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
  • Considerable (3 - 5 years) work experience in information systems including work with SCADA or Utility Network experience.
  • Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Substance Abuse Testing: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.
  • Preferred/Desirable Qualifications: Experience in the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of electronic (solid-state) controls, instrumentation, and related equipment is highly desirable.

Benefits

Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions. Utilities Systems Analyst I Utilities Systems Analyst II. A Summary of City of Mesa Benefits is linked here.

Application Questions

• 01 Do you have an Associate’s Degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field?Yes
  No
• 02 How many years of work experience do you have in information systems including work with SCADA or Utility Network? None Some but less than 1 year 1 year or more but less than 3 years 3 years or more but less than 5 years 5 years or more
• 03 Please describe your work experience in information systems, including work with SCADA or Utility Network, including all dates and names of employer(s).
• 04 Do you have a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License, or can you obtain one by hire or promotion date?Yes
  No
• 05 Do you have experience in the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of electronic (solid-state) controls, instrumentation, and related equipment?Yes
  No
• 06 Please describe your experience in the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of electronic (solid-state) controls, instrumentation, and related equipment, including all dates and names of employer(s).