SCADA/RELAY Technician - City of Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, CA
About the Job
Interviews and Assessments may occur before the close date as qualified (journey level)
candidates apply
The Department
Palo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full array of utility services to it's citizens andusinesses. Because of this, the CIty has a unique opportunity to partner with the Palo Alto community to enjoy the benefits and achievements of reliable, home grown, and environmentally-focused utilities. Palo Alto has a tradition of over 100 years of successful public utility operations. It is a tradition that continues to provide the Palo Alto Alto community with safe and reliable utilities service, local decision-making over policies, utility rate-making, environmental programs, and customized services.Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microprocessor relay and SCADA servers.
Purpose of Classification
This position diagnoses, repair, and develops preventive maintenance programs for various network and electrical devices to optimize system, performance and to minimize unscheduled interruptions. Assist with training for assigned personnel. Work closely with engineering, operation and vendor on all maintenance and CIP projects.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The SCADA/Relay Technologist is a skilled journey-level position that performs a variety of skilled work in designing, assemble and install automation control cabinets, hardware and software programs. It oversees testing of new systems and identifies discrepancies in information processing and consults with vendor to ensure specific needs and or condition are met per proposal. The incumbent is responsible for crew, contractor, and public safety during the performance of daily assignments, planned and emergency situations.
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Agency: Utilities Department
Location: Municipal Services Center, 3201 East Bayshore, Palo Alto
Source : City of Palo Alto, CA
