Instrument Technician I

This job is in various locations throughout the U.S.  Employees of this classification perform technical and supervisory work in the maintenance and repair of electronic equipment.  The employee tests faulty equipment using instruments such as computers, oscilloscopes, voltmeters, and, signal generators as well as uses knowledge of functional operation of units to diagnose the cause of malfunctions.  The equipment is repaired by replacing defective components, reprogramming, rewiring, adjusting mechanical parts, etc., following schematics and wiring diagrams and using electrical hand tools.  Additional duties include posting information concerning work activities, materials, used, purchase requests, etc., to appropriate records.  The Electronic Technician has regular contact with other employees, vendors, etc., both in person and by telephone or two-way radio, to obtain or provide information and to give instructions.    The Electronic Technician works independently following general instructions with work products subject to review at the discretion of the supervisor.  General job functions include: Diagnose, Repair, and Record keeping. This job requires a knowledge of digital electronics and the application of the principles of electronic theory to solve practical problems that occur in the field and in the shop.  There are several variables that are involved which are both concrete and abstract in nature but may not have any technical or administrative guides that currently exist, but the situation must be interpreted and applied based on specialized training and experience within the framework of existing precedents, methods or procedures that are adopted and improved to fit specific programs. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: One year of experience in the maintenance and repair of analog and digital industrial control equipment or a combination of education in electronics with electrical job experience.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License, Skill Assessment rating of 25%, Class D

wastewater license(1 Year), Drone license (1year), Basic PLC certification (1 year).

Technical: Knowledge of wastewater facilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & networks. Must possess a knowledge and skill using PLC programming software. Must have skill and knowledge in interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Maintains composure in challenging situations. Collaborates with others. Asks for constructive feedback. Promotes a culture of diversity, respect & accountability. Challenges other through productive discussion.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves complex issues. Thinks “big picture” when assessing problems/opportunities. Develops innovative & creative solutions.

Managing for Results: Follows all company policies & SOPs. Balances competing priorities, scheduling issues & deadlines. Delivers effective feedback. Manages cost, quality & expedience.

Leadership & Initiative: Motivates & empowers others. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments. Seeks out opportunities for leadership & development. Trains, coaches & mentors others. Champions change.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: frequently lift 20-40 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladder.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist IT/SCADA manager with maintenance of hardware and software systems.

Diagnose and verify programming issues utilizing system platform/interface

Tests faulty equipment using instruments such as oscilloscopes, voltmeters, signal generators, etc., to locate cause of malfunctions. 

Drives Company vehicle to various locations to determine nature of repairs and/or malfunctions of equipment by visually observing and/or manually testing the equipment.

Tests tone units and power supplies (Phoenix Contact, Rhino, Hammarlund, RFL, Etc.) in the instrument cabinet, using transistor checker, capacitor checker, volt ohm meter, etc., to ensure they are operating properly.

Visually checks testers and repairs, if necessary, using electrical hand tools and own knowledge to ensure proper working conditions.  (“Testers” are the electrical equipment located in the shop used to test and simulate actual field conditions of the equipment and components.

Modifies and tests signal control cabinets to achieve special signal operation at specific intersections and documents changes made to the system.

Repairs minor programming issues within DCS or PLC platform.

Repairs electronic equipment following schematics by replacing defective components, rewiring, adjusting mechanical parts, etc., using electrical hand tools. 

Repairs various electrical equipment (phase sequence meters, under and over voltage protection devices, instantaneous current devices, voltage regulators, and all solid-state equipment) by performing necessary adjustments to correct the malfunction, i.e., calibrates, repairs various wires, tighten bolts, etc.

Repairs builds clutch assembly in the instrument cabinet to ensure proper water tank level and water discharge pressure.  Calibrates by adjusting linkages, replacing worn cams, replacing worn clutch assemblies, etc.

Visually checks cabinet box at intersection to ensure proper operation of equipment.  Makes repairs to controller, flashers, and components using electrical hand tools.

Adjusts contacts and relays of electromechanical control devices to specifications, using a tension gauge.

Works with other Electronic Technicians and other Company employees by providing technical assistance and reviewing work products. 

Reads/reviews daily work activity records for content and accuracy and makes additions and corrections as necessary.

Post various work –related information onto departmental logs and forms to maintain accurate records, order supplies, etc. 

Writes on standard report form information related to maintenance and repairs completed.  Form lists the repair, what detected the repair, equipment used, replacement parts, date, and hours worked on that job.

Writes purchase request or work order slip listing parts, equipment, etc., needed on the job and forwards to supervisor for approval.

Writes out standard work order sheet listing weekly work activities.  Gives to supervisor to be filed.

Reads/reviews equipment specifications to ensure that all necessary information is listed prior to submitting to supervisor.

Communicates with supervisor, other Company employees, and outside agency personnel to provide or obtain information related to work activities.

Talks by telephone and/or two-way radio to supervisor, and other Company personnel to provide or obtain information related to work activities.

Talks by telephone to vendors and various businesses to receive information concerning the prices of parts, equipment, etc., and to order materials to finish assigned jobs.

Calls Plant Operators by telephone when arriving at booster station to inform the operator not to turn on any electrical equipment until all repairs have been completed and performs the proper LOTO procedure in accordance with Inframark policies and guidance.

Talks by telephone to the telephone company requesting repairs on electrical circuits to keep telephone lines operating properly.  Ensures telephone lines, water department tones are transmitted to all booster stations, water tanks, etc. to automatically turn water pumps on and off at designated times to ensure proper amount of water flow.