Electrical and Instrumentation Specialist

Company: HRSD Hampton Roads Sanitation Dist.
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

HRSD's Electrical and Instrumentation Specialist position is a trade in our apprenticeship program. A combination of on-the-job training and a Associate's degree in a relevant field must pursued to become fully qualified.You will be required to take college classes towards the AS degree within HRSD's service area or online, outside of normal work hours (100% tuition assistance for classes, textbooks and fess and mileage reimbursement to/from the institution). A knowledge/skills assessment is required for this position. Under broad guidance, the Electrical and Instrumentation (E & I) Specialist is responsible for:a.Providing electrical, instrumentation and control (EIC) services to all HRSD departments and divisions. These services include researching, budgeting, planning, designing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining EIC equipment.b.Consulting to and providing direction on EIC issues to engineering firms, architectural firms, contractors and HRSD staff at all levels on all projectsc.Providing installation, repair and maintenance of special EIC projects including research and development process project, electric/electronic lab equipment and security systemsd.Supervises the work group on assigned projects. a.Education1.Required Associate degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics, Electronics or a related field and completion of HRSD's Electrical and Instrumentation Apprenticeship Program or equivalent. b.Experience1.Required a)Must possess 4 years of experience working in electrical or instrumentation field. b)Record-keeping experience to include documentation of preventive maintenance and work logs. c)Must be able to read/understand blueprints, schematics, and similar diagrams. 2.Desired a)Experience within the wastewater treatment industry, gaining knowledge of how the process of treating wastewater takes place and the structure of the plants and pumping stations b)Experience in planning work and budgeting. c.Training Levels This position is fully qualified at a Grade 7 with an Associate degree and 4 years of experience in the electrical and instrumentation trade or an approved Associate degree and successful completion of HRSD's Electrical and Instrumentation Apprenticeship Program or equivalent. While a fully qualified selection is desired, the following training levels and years of experience are established for personnel who are not fully qualified: Grade 7a - Appropriate Associate degree or 50 credits towards an appropriate Associate degree and successful completion of 75% of on-the-job training skills requirements.Grade 7b - Appropriate Associate degree or 40 credits towards appropriate Associate degree and successful completion of 50% HRSD's E&I apprentice program's on-the-job training skills requirements.Grade 7c - Appropriate Associate degree or 30 credits towards appropriate Associate degree and successful completion of 25% HRSD's E&I apprentice program's on-the-job training skills requirements.Grade 7d - Appropriate Associate degree and no experience or 21 credits towards appropriate Associate degree and no experience or an Electrical Journeyman or Master Electrician License.Grade 7e - High School diploma or GED; no college credits and no experience If hired in a Training Level, Fully Qualified Level Must Be Consistently Pursued as A Condition Of employment. Failure To Do So Will Result In Removal From The Position And Potentially Employment With HRSD. d.Job-specific Technical Competencies1.Requireda)Ability to manage inventory and resolve discrepanciesb)Ability to install conduit, wiring and controls on various types of equipment.c)Ability to repair and troubleshoot motor control circuits.d)Knowledge of medium voltage (2.4 kV - 69 kV) switchgear, protective relays and protective devices.e)Knowledge of single and three phase motors.f)Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and preventive electrical and instrumentation and control systems and applicable codes in order to plan, install, maintain and repair process control electrical and instrumentation devices and systems IAW NEC, OSHA.g)Ability to read and interpret control wiring diagramsh)Working knowledge of flow meters, pressure measuring devices, temperature measuring devices, analytical measuring devices such as (pH, Cl2, SO2, LEL, H2S, NH3 and others).i)Working knowledge of blowers, generators and motor controls.j)Working knowledge of PLC's, DCS, RTU's and SCADA systems.k)Working knowledge of networking architecture and networking devices.l)Ability to troubleshoot, solder, draft and design, work with hands, use meters and power tools of any kind, and perform metal fabrication, pipe fitting, and tube bendingm)Knowledge of electronic technology, rudimentary physics, fabrication techniques, different types of instrumentation.n)Extensive knowledge of regulations and safety procedures that apply to the electrical and instrumentation field, and working knowledge of the HRSD department where work is being performedo)Ability to document work performed and maintain work logsp)Knowledge of procurement and quality improvement processesq)Proven skill in listening and sustaining HRSD valuesr)Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring that project status is shared with all stakeholderss)Ability to use MS Office products and a variety of other industry-specific programs at an advanced level of proficiency e.Special Licenses1.Required a)Valid Driver's License from state of residence 2.Desired a)Electrical or Instrumentation Journeyman's Card HRSD is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. HRSD does not discriminate against individuals in employment on the basis of race, sex, including sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, engaging in protected activity or any additional protected characteristics recognized by federal, state and local law. HRSD is a Drug Free Workplace.recblid dpgd8rmdd818hh8r86sem9walxmiy5

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