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Downstream Services, Inc.

Instrumentation Technician III

Downstream Services, Inc., Escondido, California, United States, 92025

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Overview

Downstream Services, Inc. is a family owned and operated, general engineering contractor that specializes in the assessment, maintenance and rehabilitation of stormwater, wastewater, and underground utility systems. We have continuously provided critical environmental solutions in California for more than 22 years and are recognized for our dynamic approach and professionalism within the industry. Summary An Instrumentation Technician III performs skilled duties in the design, construction, installation, modification, calibration, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical and electronic control systems and related devices used in the storage, pumping and distribution of wastewater, stormwater, and potable water. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Troubleshoots new control and communication systems and installations. Modifies, installs and supports PLC-based controls and instrumentation logic. Plans and completes jobs from drawings, sketches, work orders and verbal instructions. Tests, troubleshoots, calibrates, programs and performs preventive maintenance on: PLCs, HMIs, Power Supplies, Relays, Contactors, Motor Starters, Circuit Breakers, Switches, Pumps, 1 and 3 Phase Motors, Motor Wiring, Valves and Valve Actuators, Flow, Pressure, Temperature, pH, ORP, DO, Ultrasonic/ Submersible/Radar Level Sensors, Float Switches, Storage Batteries and Charging Circuitry Installs, configures, and diagnoses ethernet, radio, and fiber-optic networks. Diagnoses and repairs electrical conductors and components

Makes additions, extensions and modifications in electrical systems, including transformers, generators, conduits, conductors, wires, relays and pull boxes. Disconnects electrical sources, uses lockout/tagout procedures. Reads and interprets as-built drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams and P&IDs. Provides advanced technical assistance, training and guidance to other employees. Develops, reviews and updates written maintenance instructions, manuals and schedules. Knowledge Single and three phase AC and DC electrical power systems below 600 volts. Industrial automation and control systems including SCADA, PLCs and motor controls. Electronics, pneumatics, and hydraulics along with the mathematics commonly used in each field. Programming and diagnosing PLC ladder logic, RTU configuration, instruments, actuators and VFDs. Ohm's Law and practical application thereof. Computation of volume, flow, pressure and electric power. Common computer network protocols including Ethernet, USB, HTTP, and serial networks. Safety practices and regulations pertaining to the work. Windows-based computers, computer hardware and Microsoft Office. Codes, ordinances, OSHA, EPA and other regulations and specifications pertaining to the work. Ability Work after hours including evenings and weekends. Work with wastewater and wastewater pumping systems. Work out-of-town, and drive for several hours to the jobsite. Lead a project with a crew of up to 5 people. Qualifications A High School Diploma or GED, required Driver's License, required 5 years of proven and verifiable work experience in this capacity Or a California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Certificate, Grade 2 (D2) Or a California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade 2 (T2) Or a CWEA Electrical & Instrumentation Technologist Grade 3 Certificate Additional post-secondary school technical education or graduation from a related trade school can be used to substitute one year of experience. We are looking for the type of person that is eager to learn and grow within the company. We pride ourselves on self-performance of all tasks on the job, no job is too big or too small to tackle, showing up with a "can do/get it done attitude" every day, and providing our clients with a quality finished product every time. We are looking for these same qualities in an applicant. Benefits 401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Pay Range: $27.40 - $35.63 per hour The listed pay scale is a wide range because compensation is heavily dependent upon the applicant's prior experience. We understand this is a niche industry and not many applicants will have all the of the experience required, but we are looking for those that have a strong basis to build upon, with provided on the job training. Other

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Location: San Diego, CA

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