Instrument Technician

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, installs, maintains, calibrates, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, and overhauls instrumentation; assist with the maintenance of the computer and microprocessor systems associated with the treatment plants processing of raw sewerage.
• Must follow all applicable safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in performance of assigned duties.
• Is expected to report any unsafe conditions encountered in performance of duties.
• Installs, maintains, calibrates, troubleshoots, repairs and overhauls the indicating, recording, telemetering and controlling instrumentation (electronic, mechanical, pneumatic) used to measure and control variables - i.e., pressure, flow, temperature, motion, force and chemical composition - associated with and including computer and microprocessor control systems and associated peripheral equipment.
• Utilizes test equipment such as a multi-meter, etc. for the maintenance of process instruments and control systems.
• Utilizes AutoCAD or similar program and engineering workstation, program and/or configure control systems logic and user interfaces and tune control loops on systems such as PLC's and other DCS systems.
• Works independently or with outside engineers and vendors to install, startup, test new control systems, modify existing systems, and act as resource for Control System Designs as required.
• Updates Operating and Maintenance documents, i.e., hard copy, electronic and software as necessary.
• Assists in the maintenance of repair records on equipment and systems.
• Performs other duties of a similar level and nature as assigned.

Work Environment

• Work involves exposure to confined entry areas, hazardous gases, heights, weather, noise, dirt, dust, organic waste, and explosive environments.
• Generally, works weekdays first shift hours.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education/Experience/Background

• Associate Degree in Electronics Technology from an accredited technical college or demonstrated ability.
• One to three years of experience in the electronics technology field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge and skills in the principles, practices, concepts and techniques used in advanced digital and analog electronics.
• Ability in soldering and de-soldering without damaging materials.
• Ability and skill in reading schematics or process and instrumentation drawings.
• Ability to use calibrating equipment.
• Ability and skills in diagnosing and repairing equipment problems.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

• Is required to participate in all required safety training activities.
• Valid Wisconsin's Driver's License.

Benefits

Our employees are covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.