JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

This is a temporary position for the period of June through mid-November 2025.

The Electrician / Instrumentation Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems within a water treatment facility. This includes support for water management infrastructure across multiple treatment ponds and a surface land application system used to discharge treated water. The role also encompasses maintenance of low-voltage solar power systems, battery storage units, and remote networked sensors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and control panels for water treatment operations.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation and monitoring equipment used for water quality, flow, and system performance.
• Service and maintain low-voltage solar power systems and battery storage units that supply power to remote network devices and sensors.
• Maintain data loggers, and other networked communication devices.
• Inspect and maintain electrical infrastructure for multiple evaporation ponds, pumping stations, and land application systems.
• Ensure all electrical and instrumentation work complies with safety regulations and electrical codes.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs; assist with system upgrades and modifications.
• Collaborate with operators, engineers, and IT/network personnel to support system functionality and data integrity.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or technical certification in electrical, electronics, or instrumentation preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience with electrical or instrumentation systems, preferably in a water or wastewater treatment environment.
• Experience with solar power systems, low-voltage DC circuits, and battery backup systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, and telemetry systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and instrumentation schematics.
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Working Conditions:

• Work involves both indoor and outdoor environments, including remote or confined areas.
• Stand, walk, bend, and perform manual labor for extended periods.
• May involve working with high and low voltage systems, ladders, and exposure to treated and untreated water.