This position is open to all qualified candidates. First consideration will be given to S.E.I.U. Wastewater Local 925 employees. If no qualified internal candidate is selected, external applicants will be considered. 

What You Will Be Doing:

• Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and maintain all plant computer, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic instrumentation, control, and monitoring systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance, modifications, upgrades, analysis, and diagnostics on DCS, SCADA, PLC's, SLC's, HMI'S, telemetry and networking with proprietary protocols. Apply electronic theory, digital electronics and PID control strategies.
• Work with operations personnel, engineers, and suppliers to explain the function of processes and procedures needed for the operation of new equipment.
• Review or modify blueprints and shop drawings to conform with established plant standards. Assist in inspection of instrumentation installed by contractors. Witness and assess loop commission testing.
• Make recommendations on purchasing and inventory requirements for all instrument related equipment and determine appropriate inventory of spare parts for instrumentation.

Qualifications You 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).
• Knowledge of the application of physics and chemistry techniques and principles; Knowledge of the application of mathematical techniques and principles including algebra, trigonometry and geometry for performing duties of this classification.
• Knowledge of the installation, configuration, and maintenance of analyzers/sensors, control system computers, single loop controllers, signal converters, distributive and supervisory control systems, detection equipment/sensors, fuses, indicators, isolators, programmable logic controllers, pneumatic equipment, process control equipment, receivers, recorders, relays, rotometers, flow transmitters, level transmitters, pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, signal conditioning equipment, small motors, switches, tachometer generator, thermocouples, Resistance Temperature Device (RTD's), transformers, control valves, pneumatic and electric actuators and positioners
• Knowledge of Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) control loops including single loop controllers and configuration. Knowledge of soldering techniques and principles
• Knowledge of the techniques necessary to analyze industrial processes for the design, modification, troubleshooting and repair of plant control instrumentation.
• Skill in utilizing a computer and associated software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, single loop controller (SLC) and programmable logic controllers (PLC). Working knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) including networking and interconnect protocols.

• Action Oriented: Identifies and seizes new opportunities; Displays a can-do attitude in good and bad times; Steps up to handle tough issues.
• Manages Ambiguity: Deals comfortably with the uncertainty of change; Is calm and productive, even when things are up in the air; Deals constructively with the problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes.
• Collaborates: Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives; Partners with others to get work done; Credits others for their contributions and accomplishments; Gains trust and support of others.
• Communicates Effectively: Is effective in a variety of communication settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels; Attentively listens to others; Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization.
• Manages Complexity: Asks the right questions to accurately analyze situations; Uncovers root causes to difficult problems; Evaluates pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options.
• Decision Quality: Makes sound decisions, even in the absence of complete information; Considers all relevant factors and uses appropriate decision-making criteria and principles.

• A valid, unencumbered Washington State Driver's License.
• Additional licenses, certifications and other requirements determined to be necessary to meet the business needs of the employing unit may be required.

• Demonstrated work experience (three years) in a journey level industrial instrumentation or related field such as electronics.

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd. Seattle, WA 98199
• 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. The position requires the ability to work all shift schedules and required to report to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions. 
• Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division) 
• Duration: This recruitment aims to fill two Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) positions with an anticipated duration of up to 2 years. If the position is filled by a King County employee who has successfully completed their initial probation, they will be offered the role as a Special Duty Assignment.   
• Physical Requirement: Incumbents perform field work at a wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, use ladders, and there is exposure to hazardous chemicals and noxious odors.Application and Selection Process:
  First consideration will be given to qualified S.E.I.U. 925 WTD applicants. 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.  
  
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  • Complete Application
  • Resume
  • Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)
  Note:  Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
  
  Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Angelia Remolana, HR Analyst at anremolana@kingcounty.gov.
  
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