Great Lakes Water Authority

The Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician will be crossed-trained to repair and maintain a variety of plant electrical and instrumentation equipment in the water and wastewater treatment plants, field services, pumping stations or other comparable installations.. Install, troubleshoot, replace, repair, test, assemble, and disassemble electrical and instrumentation equipment and devices at the water and wastewater treatment plant and other related facilities.. Assist in conduit fabrication and installation of wire and cable.. International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician Certification Level 1 preferred. Employees will be required to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment; perform scaffold, confined space, elevated and underground work.

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Compensation $18.28 - $26.52 (Based on Experience) Summary The Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician will be crossed-trained to repair and maintain a variety of plant electrical and instrumentation equipment in the water and wastewater treatment plants, field services, pumping stations or other comparable installations. This position performs routine maintenance required as per scheduled maintenance planning, OSHA and/or MIOSHA regulations. Job Responsibilities <ul><li>Install, troubleshoot, replace, repair, test, assemble, and disassemble electrical and instrumentation equipment and devices at the water and wastewater treatment plant and other related facilities.</li><li>Assist with calibration and adjustment of equipment and devices.</li><li>Install and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation equipment and devices for plant projects. </li><li>Assist in conduit fabrication and installation of wire and cable.</li><li>Maintain various records and prepare reports.</li><li>Read and interpret plans, schematics, process control flow diagrams, and system/network drawings.</li><li>Perform shift work which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend and holiday assignments. </li><li>Wear personal protective equipment (PPE).</li><li>A valid Michigan Driver's License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain.</li><li>Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties.</li><li>Provide on the job training.</li><li>Regularly inspect the working condition and maintain the cleanliness of equipment and surrounding areas.</li><li>Assist in coordinating job activities with other team members. </li><li>Assist with review of capital improvement project studies, designs and contract drawings.</li></ul> Forecast material and equipment needs Required Education and Experience <ul><li>High School Diploma or GED</li><li>Completion of an approved instrumentation or electrical apprenticeship program</li><li>International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician Certification Level 1 preferred</li><li>Familiarity with equipment, operations, practices and safety precautions relevant to the water and wastewater treatment process</li><li>Must complete all requirements to advance to Electrical Instrumentation Control Technician Level 2 within four (4) years from a Level 1 designation</li></ul> OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Valid Michigan Driver's License •Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This position requires the ability to climb, bend, twist, carry, crouch, crawl, hit, push, pull and other efforts requiring considerable physical strength. This position also requires the ability to lift a minimum of sixty (60) pounds, walk, stand, or work for long periods of time, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms, detect abnormal equipment sounds, visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night. Employees will be required to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment; perform scaffold, confined space, elevated and underground work. Employees will also be required to pass a bio-mechanical physical and vision test, yearly baseline physical and fit test for respirator/Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. While performing the duties of this position, employees are regularly required to use hands to handle, feel or operate equipment. ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING REQUIREMENTS Work is performed at the plants. This position requires the ability to work in all conditions involving exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather. Work may be performed near open water, systems with hazardous chemicals that are acidic, highly corrosive, heat producing and potentially explosive. The noise level in this work environment is usually loud. Work may be performed in confined spaces, hazardous areas that require respiratory protection and personal protective equipment (PPE), and under slippery and wet conditions. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package effective 30 days after employment, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, and team member discount programs. See the GLWA Benefit Guide for more information. GLWA is an equal-opportunity employer. Introduce Yourself Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest.

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