NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Lead Control Systems & Communication Technician (1st 25 Qualified)
San Bernardino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $141K/yr
4+ years expThe City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department is seeking a self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment responsible for performing a wide variety of advanced professional and technical duties. The Lead Control Systems and Communication Technician will oversee the implementation and maintenance of control systems and telecommunication networks while leading and training a team.
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Responsibilities
Perform a wide variety of advanced professional and technical duties in the planning, design, implementation, calibration, testing, and modification of supervisory control systems, Radio Frequency (RF) and fiber-optic based telecommunication systems, water reclamation plant process control systems, Department Distribution System Hydraulic Model (DSHM), security access and control systems, and field telemetry communication systems
Perform a variety of more difficult and complex professional and technical tasks involved in the maintenance, development, implementation, and support of the Department's process control Systems, supervisory control systems, and wide area telecommunication networks including radio-based telemetry and voice radio systems, instrumentation, and electrical systems
Train, instruct, direct, and monitor the work of assigned crew members and may also oversee the inspection of work performed by contractors
Work under general directions using good judgment and discretion in carrying out work assignments and directing the work of others
Serve in the absence of the Control Systems and Communication Supervisor
Qualification
Required
At least two (2) years of journey level experience in the use of proprietary human machine interface (HMI) software packages
Must be proficient in the design and operation of supervisory control systems and associated systems equivalent to those used by the Water Department
Associate Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Instrumentation and Control Systems, or closely related science
Two (2) years of journey level experience in supervisory control systems design, installation, maintenance, and/or repair (utility/industrial applications preferred) including at least two (2) years of experience in the programming of programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
High School graduation or equivalent and six (6) years of journey level experience in supervisory control systems design, installation, maintenance, and/or repair (utility/industrial applications preferred) including at least two (2) years of experience in the programming of programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Trade/Military Technical School graduation and four (4) years of journey level experience in supervisory control systems design, installation, maintenance, and/or repair (utility/industrial applications preferred) including at least two (2) years of experience in the programming of programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Possession of a valid Class 'C' California driver's license
Must be able to respond to emergency call-out situations as necessary and participate in standby or on-call duty including emergency response during after hours, weekends, and holidays according to predetermined schedules
Must be clean shaven or have trimmed facial hair in order to properly use personal respirators and SCBA equipment
Must pass a respirator medical exam and be physically able to wear SCBA equipment
Must be able to work in enclosed spaces while wearing protective clothing and under extreme temperatures and hazardous environment
Work is performed in a standard office setting and outdoor field environment
Incumbents work near moving mechanical parts, are exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, exposed to electrical hazards, heavy vibration, hazardous traffic conditions and confined spaces
Incumbents work on slippery or uneven surfaces and work occasionally involves exposure to potential physical harm, infectious disease and hazardous chemicals including smoke, fumes or airborne particles, gas, untreated wastewater, dirt, dust, grease, oil, caustic chemicals, solvents, and toxic agents, and fumes in various states (gaseous, liquid, or solid)
Incumbents need to be able to tolerate unpleasant odors, wet conditions and uncomfortable climate conditions
Incumbents are regularly required to sit, walk, and stand on a variety of surfaces, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, and controls, use hands and arms at any height (including above the shoulder), perform repetitive movements of hand and/or wrists climb or balance on ladders or stairs, and traverse or stand on uneven surfaces
There is frequent need to stand, stoop, bend at the waist, walk, crawl, crouch, climb and perform other similar actions during the workday
Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in a variety of environmental and weather conditions, transport materials and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds, work in aerial lifts up to 60 feet, work to heights of 150 feet, walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be able to see in the normal visual range with or without correction
Must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction
Preferred
Possession of a Grade II Certified Control Systems Technician certificate, issued by the International Society of Automation (ISA) or Grade III Electrical Instrumentation Technologist certificate, issued by California Water Environment Association (CWEA) is highly desirable
Benefits
Health care
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Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
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NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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