Instrumentation & Controls Specialist - South Adams County Water & Sanitation District

South Adams County Water & Sanitation is dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable water resources and services in order to protect public health, the environment, and quality of life. We are looking for an Instrumentation & Controls Specialist to join our IT team.

This position provides technical support of instrumentation, control equipment, and systems for various data acquisition for the water and wastewater plants, pump and lift stations as well as well sites. This position will also provide support for radio communication, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) which includes PLC, HMI, and Historian applications including:

• Programming and modifying HMIs
• Programming and Interpreting Ladder Logic
• Planning, enhancement, and installation projects with the team to improve and upgrade controls
• System integration and improvements
• Troubleshooting complex problems across controls & data acquisition systems
• Gathering, interpreting and analyzing data
• Installing cards and components associated with I/O systems
• Calibrating, and testing, and implementing water and wastewater systems instrumentation
• Maintaining PLCs, RTUs and data acquisition/telemetry systems

Qualified candidates should have an Associates degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Technology or related or equivalent combination of education/experience, with a minimum of two years related experience in electronic or technical support of LAN/WAN based SCADA networks. Valid, current Drivers License necessary for travel throughout the District.

Proficient computer skills including knowledge of MS Office and MS operating systems. Experience with Rockwell and FactoryTalk preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of computerized instrumentation systems, transformers, switches, control panels and electronic elements of telemetry systems and components necessary. Strong troubleshooting and programming background essential.

Solid organizational, communication and decision-making skills required. Independent thinker with strong initiative, working with limited supervision in a changing environment, with the ability to work in a team environment.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a drug screen and background check prior to employment.

Hiring Range: Specialist $31 - 44/hr

Sr. Specialist $36 - 50/hr

The District offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% medical/dental premiums paid with meeting wellness goals as well as vision, basic life, disability, pension plan, 457 savings plan, uniform allowance, PTO, paid holidays, pet insurance, EAP and discount partners.

Visit https://jobs.southadamswaterco.gov/ to apply