ELECTRICAL, INSTRUMENTATION, AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN I

Performs intermediate skilled technical work maintaining and repairing specialized electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant and related facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Instrumentation and Maintenance Supervisor, or the Electrical and Instrumentation Equipment Specialist.  

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms-length, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, , atmospheric conditions, oils, and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus. The worker may be exposed to high voltage electrical equipment, arc flash hazard, and blood borne pathogens, which may require wearing specialized personal protective equipment.

Maintaining, repairing and installing electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment in water and wastewater treatment plants collections and distribution facilities.   Performs repairs on electrical equipment, instrumentation, pump motors and related equipment used for water or wastewater treatment. Ability to work with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and work orders. Uses hand, bench, and machine tools in the repair and maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment, pumps, motors, valves, and other system and mechanical equipment.  Performs preventative work orders with periodic inspections of equipment to ensure that equipment is functioning properly; adjusts, calibrates, repairs, and replaces parts as needed. Installs electrical breakers, fuses, starters, and controls; mounts conduits and wiring into power source; troubleshoots electrical problems. Recommends, orders, and maintains spare parts inventory. Works with electrical and instrumentation equipment; maintains compliance and knowledge of OSHA Lock-Out Tag-Out requirements.  Works with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA).   Operates construction equipment including backhoes, crane line trucks, and skid steers.  Maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots emergency generator equipment. Subject to call back and could work extended time periods with or without notice.   Performs related tasks as required.

Thorough knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment repair, installation, and troubleshooting.   Knowledge of the occupational hazards connected with  electricity, blood borne pathogens, and ability to take and enforce appropriate safety precautions; ability to work from  computerized work orders and/or detailed blueprints and schematics to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; skill in the use and care of  bench and hand tools machines, and equipment for electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical maintenance and repairs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and contractors.  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and moderate experience in electric, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, preferably in a water and/or wastewater treatment plant or large industrial facility.  

Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.  May require Class B CDL license to operate assigned equipment.    

Salary : $41,371 - $62,046