What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator II position at Pima County?
Job Description Summary
Department - Regional Wastewater Reclamation
Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5424 - Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator II
Salary Grade: 13
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $27.70 - $33.23 Per Hour
Full Range: $27.70 - $38.77 Per Hour
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
The first review of applications will be on 04/04/2025.
The Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator II position plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of wastewater plant instrumentation systems. The Coordinator II position involves maintaining and troubleshooting, communication networks, field instrumentation, operation and programming of PLCs, and entry-level SCADA system networking knowledge. Key responsibilities involve the coordination of comprehensive maintenance programs including panel wiring, instrument calibration, and system integration while ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaboration with IT Department (ITD) for oversight and maintenance of SCADA servers and networks, ensuring secure, seamless communication. Responsibilities also include managing radio communication networks, maintaining critical alarm systems, and administering data collection platforms such as IntelaTrac, Thin Client Manager, and E-Logger to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in electronics technology instrumentation and process control, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND four years of experience in the repair, maintenance, installation, calibration and/or operation of electronic instrumentation including troubleshooting network communications, programming of PLCs, and/or SCADA system operation.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
Or
Three years of experience with Pima County in an Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator I or closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment working with PLC operations, programming, and troubleshooting SCADA network communications.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at time of application or prior to completion of an initial or promotional probation period. Failure to obtain/maintain the required certification/licensures shall be grounds for termination.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions require on-call rotations. Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious disease, asbestos or wastewater, and sewage products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: All positions require sufficient body flexibility, mobility, stamina, and balance to allow for standing, walking, sitting, grasping and manipulation of work objects, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders. All positions require regular or occasional crawling, kneeling, squatting, lifting/carrying objects up to fifty pounds, pushing and pulling of objects up to seventy-five pounds, and the ability to properly don and doff fall protection to enter and work in confined spaces. Essential to this position is corrected or sufficient vision; the ability to see, read, and interpret written information, manuals, gauges, etc., including distinguishing various colors. Also essential to this position is corrected or sufficient hearing; the ability to hear and comprehend voice communications in-person, over a radio and phone, and to hear operating equipment.
Working Conditions: All positions require the operation of machinery, powered industrial equipment, and motor vehicles. All positions require outdoor work, including during inclement and hot weather, and exposure to waterborne pathogens/agents, hazardous materials and gases, water hazards and wet/slippery surfaces, odors, fumes, humidity, dirt, dust, traffic hazards, venomous pests, uneven surfaces, and electric arc flash potential.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Department - Regional Wastewater Reclamation
Job Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5424 - Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator II
Salary Grade: 13
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $27.70 - $33.23 Per Hour
Full Range: $27.70 - $38.77 Per Hour
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
The first review of applications will be on 04/04/2025.
The Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator II position plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of wastewater plant instrumentation systems. The Coordinator II position involves maintaining and troubleshooting, communication networks, field instrumentation, operation and programming of PLCs, and entry-level SCADA system networking knowledge. Key responsibilities involve the coordination of comprehensive maintenance programs including panel wiring, instrument calibration, and system integration while ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaboration with IT Department (ITD) for oversight and maintenance of SCADA servers and networks, ensuring secure, seamless communication. Responsibilities also include managing radio communication networks, maintaining critical alarm systems, and administering data collection platforms such as IntelaTrac, Thin Client Manager, and E-Logger to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.
Essential Functions
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Maintains, troubleshoots, and optimizes PLCs, SCADA systems, HMI, and automated control systems to ensure seamless plant operations;
- Installs configures, calibrates, and repairs process control instrumentation, including flow meters, sensors, pressure transmitters, and analyzers, for accurate process monitoring and control;
- Analyzes process data and system performance to identify inefficiencies, implement optimizations, and ensure regulatory compliance;
- Leads diagnostics to resolve control system failures and operational issues promptly and efficiently;
- Manages and maintains critical alarm notification systems, including Win-911, to support timely responses to operational events;
- Administers and optimizes data collection platforms, including IntelaTrac, Thin Client Manager, and E-Logger systems, for accurate reporting and decision support;
- Maintains communication networks, including radio systems and industrial network protocols, to ensure reliable data transmission and process control;
- Oversees and maintains SCADA servers and network infrastructure in collaboration with the IT Department (ITD) to ensure secure and efficient system communication;
- Executes preventative and predictive maintenance programs to enhance the reliability and performance of control systems;
- Maintains detailed records of system configurations, maintenance activities, and upgrades;
- Interprets technical drawings, electrical schematics, and P&IDs;
- Performs PLC programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting, including working with SCADA system administration and optimization.
Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in electronics technology instrumentation and process control, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND four years of experience in the repair, maintenance, installation, calibration and/or operation of electronic instrumentation including troubleshooting network communications, programming of PLCs, and/or SCADA system operation.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
Or
Three years of experience with Pima County in an Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator I or closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment working with PLC operations, programming, and troubleshooting SCADA network communications.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Minimum two (2) years experience in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electronic instrumentation, sensors, transmitters, and automated control systems.
- Minimum two (2) years experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting along with experience in industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Hart, Bluetooth, Ethernet/IP).
- Minimum one (1) year experience reading panel drawings, electrical schematics, and P&ID drawings, along with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Minimum one (1) year experience with RF/telemetry, networked radios, and microwave radio systems.
- Experience with/knowledge of data collection systems, such as IntelaTrac and E-Logger, as well as alarm management platforms like Win-911.
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at time of application or prior to completion of an initial or promotional probation period. Failure to obtain/maintain the required certification/licensures shall be grounds for termination.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions require on-call rotations. Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious disease, asbestos or wastewater, and sewage products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: All positions require sufficient body flexibility, mobility, stamina, and balance to allow for standing, walking, sitting, grasping and manipulation of work objects, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders. All positions require regular or occasional crawling, kneeling, squatting, lifting/carrying objects up to fifty pounds, pushing and pulling of objects up to seventy-five pounds, and the ability to properly don and doff fall protection to enter and work in confined spaces. Essential to this position is corrected or sufficient vision; the ability to see, read, and interpret written information, manuals, gauges, etc., including distinguishing various colors. Also essential to this position is corrected or sufficient hearing; the ability to hear and comprehend voice communications in-person, over a radio and phone, and to hear operating equipment.
Working Conditions: All positions require the operation of machinery, powered industrial equipment, and motor vehicles. All positions require outdoor work, including during inclement and hot weather, and exposure to waterborne pathogens/agents, hazardous materials and gases, water hazards and wet/slippery surfaces, odors, fumes, humidity, dirt, dust, traffic hazards, venomous pests, uneven surfaces, and electric arc flash potential.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $28 - $33
