HomeMy WebLinkAboutElectronics Technician - WastewaterUpdated: March 2024
CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Electronics Technician – Wastewater
Department: Public Works
Division: Wastewater
Supervisor: Assistant Superintendent – Wastewater / Wastewater
Superintendent
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 13
Job Number: 1313
Job Summary
Under general direc�on, maintains, repairs, designs, installs and programs electronic and
electrical control systems and electrical distribu�on systems in Wastewater Treatment division.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Maintains control and supply systems at the City's wastewater treatment facili�es;
troubleshoots and analyzes hardware and so�ware failures of wastewater treatment
control and distribu�on systems.
• Operates and repairs electronic/electrical test equipment, PLC programming, VFD
programming and electrical hand tools.
• Calibrates gas detectors, flow meters and other electronic sensors.
• Adapts, designs, and installs new systems; integrates new equipment with exis�ng
controls; redesigns and installs improvements to exis�ng controls.
• Researches and coordinates repairs and changes with staff, equipment manufacturers
and suppliers.
• Designs and implements preven�ve maintenance of equipment; updates programming
to adapt or expand to changing needs.
• Func�ons as lead worker on specific projects related to electrical work; assigns specific
tasks, checks work for completeness and safety; trains staff in specific electrical tasks
and in general concepts and theory of electricity.
• Coordinates electrical work including new circuits and new replacement equipment and
wiring with process operators and mechanical maintenance work teams.
• Provides technical services in design and consulta�on within and outside department
and division.
• Par�cipates in safety commitee work, trains others in safe electrical opera�ons.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other du�es as assigned.
Updated: March 2024
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree as an
Electrician. Experience as a process control electrician or electronic technician.
• State of Iowa Cer�fied Journeyman Electrician License. Forkli� cer�fica�on required
within two years of appointment. Sa�sfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa
commercial driver’s license instruc�on permit upon first day in posi�on. Valid State of
Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement within 6 months of
hire. Meet federal drug tes�ng requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen.
Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related
experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Experience in instrumentation and programming.
• State of Iowa Master Electrical License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to calculate electrical and electronic wire size, amp loading, volt drop and other
proper�es.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as propor�ons, percentages, area,
circumference, and volume.
• Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.
• Ability to prepare writen job records, rou�ne reports, and draw and adapt wiring
diagrams.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, schema�cs, technical manuals, safety
rules, opera�ng and maintenance instruc�ons, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists.
• Ability to troubleshoot using elementary schema�c and ladder diagrams and adapt and
design.
• Ability to work in �ght spaces on equipment in fixed spaces.
• Knowledge and skill in control circuity (120VAC and 24 VDC), and motor circuits (480VAC
three phase).
• Knowledge of City and Na�onal codes and the rules and standards pertaining to the
electrical construc�on and the maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC system programming language, motor control logic, electronic control
sensors and control circuits for SCADA system opera�on and programming.
• Knowledge of process control methods.
Updated: March 2024
• Knowledge of the theory, prac�ce and equipment used in electrical trade.
• Skill in opera�ng hand and power tools specific to trade.
• Skill in opera�ng heavy equipment including pla�orm li� truck, u�lity van, bobcat,
concrete saw, backhoes and boom truck.
Supervision
Involves leadership role such as regularly guiding, training, and providing direction to
permanent staff in completing basic, entry-level daily tasks and assignments. Does not carry out
disciplinary action, does not hire or fire, is not responsible for writing or delivering performance
review.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally
required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee
regularly lifts and/or moves 25 pounds and will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving
mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic
chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee
is frequently exposed to outside weather condition, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen,
insect stings, animals, and communicable diseases. The noise level in the work environment is
usually loud. Involves more than moderate exposure to dangerous situations. Involves more
than moderate exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Updated: March 2024
Reviewed/Approved by: Ron Knoche, Public Works Director (4/2024)
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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