Placer County

Electrical Instrument & Control Technician - I (#11818)

$31.61-$39.47 Hourly / $5,479.07-$6,841.47 Monthly / $65,748.80-$82,097.60 Yearly

Electrical Instrument & Control Technician - II (#11819)

$34.85-$43.52 Hourly / $6,040.67-$7,543.47 Monthly / $72,488.00-$90,521.60 Yearly

DEFINITION

To perform work in the repair, installation, maintenance, calibration, testing, and modification of digital electrical systems, automated instrument control mechanisms, and measuring devices that are used to power, control, and operate water distribution, wastewater collections, treatment ponds, and related infrastructure.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Electrical Instrument and Control Technician I:

This is the entry level class in the Electrical Instrument and Control Technician series. This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level.  Employees may have only limited work experience at an equivalent to the Placer County classification of Utility Services Worker and will work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Electrical Instrument and Control Technician II:
 
This is the journey level class in the Electrical Instrument and Control Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Electrical Instrument and Control Technician I by the assignment of the full range of duties.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level.   

This class is distinguished from the Senior Electrical Instrument and Control Technician in that the latter performs the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned, including complex repair, installation, and maintenance and exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance and technical personnel.

Classes in the Electrical Instrument and Control Technician series are distinguished from those in the Utility Services Worker series in that the former is required to obtain a higher level of technical, mechanical, and electrical training and experience in order to independently perform the full scope of job duties related to servicing the County’s lift stations which include variable frequency drives per state and local requirements. In contrast, the Utility Service Worker series performs more general maintenance of wastewater, water treatment, and related facilities. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Electrical Instrument and Control Technician I:

Receives immediate supervision from an assigned supervisor and may receive technical and functional supervision from a Senior Electrical Instrument and Control Technician.

Electrical Instrument and Control Technician II:

Receives general supervision from an assigned supervisor and may receive technical and functional supervision from a Senior Electrical Instrument and Control Technician.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 
  • Install, maintain, configure, calibrate, inspect, test, modify, and repair instrument control, recordings, metering, and alarm telemetry systems used in water distribution, wastewater collections, and treatment ponds.
  • Install, diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical switch gear, relays, process controls, alarm systems, transmitters, gauges, sensors, isolators, analyzers, flowmeters, transducers, uninterruptible power supplies, lighting, motors, starters, pumps, circuit breakers, power meters, switches, control wiring, protective relays, cameras, and related electrical and electronic devices.
  • Clean, lubricate, and inspect electrical equipment and other instrumentation and control equipment; install wiring in conduit for new projects.
  • Maintain water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment pond equipment, such as motor controls and automatic switch gear, and sewage pumps; install and maintain variable frequency drives, starters, and related automatic control equipment such as high voltage circuit breakers, control wires, and protective relays.
  • Test lift station emergency generators at various sites; clean, lubricate, and inspect electrical equipment related to generators.
  • Install, configure, and maintain control of video and communications equipment.
  • Install and service electrical voltage recording devices; locate underground electrical conductors to prevent damage; inspect and repair new and damaged buried cables.
  • Inspect, maintain, rebuild, and repair pumps and electric motors, controls, and alarms.
  • Operate light and moderately heavy equipment such as dump trucks, boom trucks, and backhoes; transport equipment and supplies to work sites; and load and unload equipment and supplies.
  • When assigned to wastewater treatment plant or sewer pump station, maintain, and repair all mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems; install and repair all piping and valves; interpret manuals, schematics, diagrams, and drawings; and provide technical supervision to maintenance and technical personnel regarding equipment and facility maintenance within the plant or pump station.
  • Test lift station emergency generators at various sites; clean, lubricate, and inspect engine and electrical equipment related to generators.
  • May perform minor repair/pipe work, as needed.
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other County employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is primarily performed outside with varying environments, including traveling and working in inclement weather. Duties are performed in close proximity to a variety of hazardous environments including wastewater, sewage, gases, and high voltages.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Training:
Electrical Instrument and Control Technician I
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:  
Experience: 
One (1) year of experience performing multi-skilled work related to troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical/electronic equipment, or one (1) year experience in the water/wastewater field in collection/distribution system maintenance or treatment operation and maintenance.

Training: 
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college or equivalent course work in electronics, instrumentation, control systems, or related field.

Required License or Certificate:
  • Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsements within twelve months of employment. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
  • Possession of certificate of training in use of self-contained breathing apparatus, to be obtained within three months of employment.
  • California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade 1 Electrical & Instrumentation Technologist Certification or equivalent.
  • California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade 1 Collection System Maintenance Certification or equivalent, to be obtained within twelve months of employment. 
Electrical Instrument and Control Technician II
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: 

Experience: 
Two (2) years of responsible experience performing duties similar to an Electrical Instrument and Control Technician I with Placer County.

Training: 
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college or equivalent course work in electronics, instrumentation, control systems, or related field.

Required License or Certificate: 
  • Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsements within twelve months of employment. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
  • Possession of certificate of training in use of self-contained breathing apparatus, to be obtained within three months of employment.
  • California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade 1 Electrical & Instrumentation Technologist Certification or equivalent.
  • California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade 1 Collection System Maintenance Certification or equivalent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Electrical Instrument and Control Technician I

Knowledge of: 
  • Basic control systems theory and its practical application to process control infield instrumentation.
  • Basic principles and practices of inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical components and instrumentation.
  • Basic electrical theory principles.
  • Applicable codes, regulations, standards, and procedures governing electrical and electronic industry.
  • Principles and practices of work safety.
Ability to: 
  • On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, observe safety rules and identify safety hazards. Intermittently analyze problem equipment and systems; identify and locate equipment and tools; interpret work orders; remember equipment and tool location; explain systems and equipment issues to others; remember street/road names and general geographic areas.
  • Intermittently sit while driving or completing forms or reports; walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, and reach when inspecting or repairing wastewater or sewer systems, use various tools and equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; distinguish colors used in coding electrical wires; hear and interpret sounds coming from pump and motor operation and alarms; and regularly lift very heavy weight.
  • Obtain information through interviews and dialogue; deal fairly and courteously with the public.
  • Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action.
  • Safely and effectively perform duties and operate equipment in regular traffic areas.
  • Work unusual and prolonged work schedules; work multiple shifts during emergencies, seasonally caused circumstances, or special projects.
  • Use hand tools.
  • Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Electrical Instrument and Control Technician II
In addition to the qualifications for Electrical Instrument and Control Technician I:

Knowledge of:
  • Principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the design, installation, testing, operation, maintenance, repair, calibration, and optimization of instrumentation, electrical, electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems including radio telemetry and solar field.
  • Electrical and electronic theory and practice as applied to process instrumentation and control equipment. 
  • Technical operation and maintenance of modern electronic devices. Instrumentation, electronic and electrical components associated with water reclamation, water treatment plants, water distribution systems, and hydroelectric power plants.
  • Principles and practices of instrumentation calibration and alignment procedures.
Ability to: 
  • Independently maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems, and valves.
  • Independently interpret manuals, schematics, diagrams, and drawings.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

Length of Probation: 
All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. 

Bargaining Unit: 
General
CLASS: 11818; EST: 5/21/2022; REV: 8/8/2022;
CLASS: 11819; EST: 5/21/2022; REV: 8/8/2022;