Electrical Controls Specialist
($52,457 – $70,803 annually)

We are seeking an Electrical Controls Specialist to perform skilled Electrical/Instrumentation installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair work related to electrical equipment up to 15kv and instrumentation equipment used to operate and monitor the City’s water, wastewater, and gas systems. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Installing, programming, calibrating and commissioning various electrical/instrumentation devices including variable frequency drives, level transmitters, flow meters, radios, power monitoring equipment and programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
• Developing electrical and electronic system designs, plans, specifications, wiring schematics and basic one-line diagrams
• Assisting in the start up, commissioning and troubleshooting of the process control system including correcting problems with communications, field process variables or design engineering
• Coordinating and acquiring materials and equipment to repair or install at facilities
• Acting as technical lead on new projects including new gas, water, wastewater facilities, substations, pump stations, plants, etc.
• Reviewing drawings, plans, specifications and submittals from the City’s Engineering Department or a consultant for utility projects
• Enforcing compliance with City standards and technical specifications for utility projects
• Providing technical and inspection assistance to the City of Mesa Construction Inspectors
• Assisting Design Engineers or Engineering companies with design criteria for process controls and electrical distribution projects
• Performing calibration and verification for Arizona Corporation Commission on gas regulator stations
• Certifying calibration for Inter-Agency flow meters
• Creating, modifying and updating Auto CAD and/or Visio drawings for new and existing projects
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic networks and fiber splicing with a fusion or mechanical splicer on Citywide projects
• May be subject to call-out and after-hours stand-by duty for emergency repairs and must be willing to work overtime as required
• Appropriately use safety equipment and follow safety procedures in performing assignments
• Related duties as required

This position may involve hazardous conditions typically associated with high voltage, natural gas, raw sewage, toxic chemicals, laser beams and confined work areas. This position receives general supervision from a Lead Controls Engineering Specialist who reviews completed work for conformance and compliance with installation, maintenance, and repair specifications and standards.

This class is FLSA nonexempt.

Requirements:
Minimum Qualification(s) Required.
• Any combination of training, education and experience equivalent to a four-year electrical apprenticeship OR graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or related field
• Considerable (3 – 5 years) experience as a journey-level Electrician
• Good (1 – 3 years) experience in the instrumentation field involving the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of electronics solid-state controls, instrumentation, data communications and related equipment

Special Requirement(s). Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License by hire date. Must meet the qualifications to wear a tight fitting respirator by passing a medical evaluation in accordance with CFR 1910.134 by hire or promotion date and must maintain certification (by assignment to Water Treatment Plants). Must successfully complete operator qualification training administered by the Energy Resources Department within 18 months of hire/promotion into the class and must retain qualification throughout employment in order to work on the City of Mesa’s natural gas system.

Substance Abuse Testing. This class is subject to DOT Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol testing as outlined in 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 199.

Preferred/Desirable Qualification(s). Experience with medium voltage switchgear and starters; installation of fiber optics; variable frequency drives; and Auto Cad or Visio is highly desirable.

City of Mesa offers a competitive benefits package. A CITY OF MESA ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Applications will be available as of the opening date of 01/29/12. Open until sufficient applications received. For complete job description, requirements and online application form, please visit our web site at: http://www.mesaaz.gov/jobs.

The City of Mesa respects, values and welcomes diversity in our workforce. To this end, we encourage all interested people to apply. EOE/AAE

• Location: Mesa, AZ 85201
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