Industrial Instrument Technician - Brightwater

This is a transfer opportunity, and first consideration is given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the same classification. If no qualified transfer-eligible candidate is selected, external applicants will be considered.

This recruitment will hire for one (1) position. In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Industrial Instrument Technician (Brightwater Treatment Plant) Career Service vacancies within the Wastewater Treatment Division over the next 6 months.

The Instrumentation Crew is an integral part of the maintenance group, and along with operations, our focus is the treatment of wastewater. We protect public health and enhance the environment by collecting and cleaning wastewater while recovering valuable resources for a healthy Puget Sound region.

About the Role:

The responsibilities of this classification include performing a wide variety of highly skilled technical journey level duties to design, construct, maintain, troubleshoot and modify computerized systems, electrical equipment and components, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics and other instrumentation and equipment as assigned. Daily tasks range from performing preventive maintenance on instrumentation and analyzers to supporting large capital projects as the subject matter expert. Instrumentation Technicians are responsible for all plant and offsite instrumentation and controls equipment, sometimes working independently and other times alongside a team of highly skilled operations and maintenance staff to perform daily duties and job assignments. Staff are expected to carry out these duties in alignment with King County’s commitment to equity and environmental stewardship.

About the Team:

The Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are dedicated to building a culturally diverse and inclusive work environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. This position offers an opportunity to apply and expand your technical skills while working with a talented team of Operations & Maintenance staff who support the Brightwater Treatment Plant, East Section offsite facilities, and other facilities as assigned. We operate in a fast-paced industrial environment with a wide variety of systems and equipment that are essential to achieving our mission.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Industrial Instrument Technician, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities. What You Will Be Doing:

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain all plant computer, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other instrumentation and control equipment
• Install, troubleshoot and repair distributed and supervisory control systems (DCS/SCADA), programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and single loop controllers (SLCs); Apply electronic theory, digital electronics and proportional integral derivative (PID) control strategies to implement program changes to DCS/SCADA and PLC
• Analyze industrial processes in troubleshooting and repair of process control instrumentation. Design new controls and implement modifications to existing control systems. Update technical and process documentation, Work with operations personnel, engineers and suppliers to explain the function of processes and procedures needed for the operation of new equipment. Act as subject matter expert for all instrumentation and controls related assignments
• Make recommendations on purchasing and inventory requirements for all instrument related equipment and work with stores personnel to determine appropriate inventory levels of spare parts for instrumentation
• Review or modify blueprints and shop drawings to conform with established industry and plant standards. Assist in inspection and commissioning of instrumentation installed by contractors. Witness and assess loop commission testing

Qualifications You Bring:

• Completion of an apprenticeship program, or two years of technical schooling in Instrumentation and/or the equivalent related experience
• 2 years of industrial experience at the journey level as an Instrumentation Technician
• 2 years DCS / SCADA programming
• PLC troubleshooting and programming
• Ability to read, adapt, and modify blueprints and shop drawings

Required Competencies:• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

• Organizational Savvy: Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• A valid Washington State Drivers License.

It Would Be Great If You Also Bring:

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of instrumentation and electronics (typically found in a four-year apprenticeship program, two years of college-level training, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience). Requires at least three (3) years of demonstrated journey-level work experience in an industrial instrumentation or a related electronics field.
• Knowledge of the application of physics and chemistry techniques and principles, as well as the application of mathematical techniques and principles including algebra, trigonometry, and geometry, for performing the duties of this classification.

Working Conditions:• Work Location: Brightwater Treatment Plant - 22505 WA-9, Woodinville, WA 98072

• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by SEIU Local 925 - Wastewater Treatment Division.

Application Instructions: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews.

Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment (dates subject to change):

• Panel Interview: If no transfer applies will be conducted virtually 1st week of December

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume
• Responses to the supplemental questions

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and the WTD Blog.

Discover More About DNRP: Visit our DNRP website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Keeping King County Green News.

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