City of Denton, TX
Industrial Instrumentation & Controls Technician
City of Denton, TX, Denton, Texas, United States, 76205
Salary:
Depends on Qualifications Location :
Denton, TX Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
25-00209 Department:
Wastewater Division:
Wastewater-Water Reclamation Opening Date:
10/30/2025 Closing Date:
11/30/2025 11:59 PM Central FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Summary This requisition expires on November 30, 2025, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.
Responsible for the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, calibration, repair and/or replacement of electronic instrumentation and controls normally found in an industrial plant setting under the direction of the Water Reclamation Electronic/Electrical Maintenance Manager or designee. Essential Functions and Other Important Duties
Essential Functions:
Constructs process monitoring and control systems from specific instrumentation and communication devices, installs, views PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programs, calibrates, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs major electronic systems and peripheral devices per manufacturer?s specification in conjunction with Federal Communication Commission rules and regulations Reads complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and shop drawings for the purpose of installation, troubleshooting and repairing of major systems and minor subsystems and components; should have some ability to troubleshoot motor starter circuits Troubleshoots,installs, and calibrates various instruments, including ultrasonic level transmitters, transit time flow meters, Doppler flow meters, pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, differential pressure transmitters, various gas analyzers, turbidity analyzers, chlorine residual analyzers, dissolved oxygen transmitters, and sludge blanket level transmitters Utilizes a wide range of test equipment, including recorders, computers, PC based software analyzer programs, oscilloscopes, data analyzers, analog and digital multi-meters, and other test equipment, while performing tests to identify problems and to maintain and calibrate equipment to performance standards Connects, disconnects, and tags out equipment and circuits for test or repair and safety of personnel and equipment Pulls and terminates cable for instrumentation installs Performs installations in compliance with the national electrical code Performs soldering on electronic components Performs basic mechanical repairs as required Maintains shop and storage areas in a neat and orderly fashion Maintains the safe and efficient use of materials, tools, test equipment and personal safety and all others working in the vicinity Cleans work area after work is complete Complies with plant policy and procedures, in particular, those involving personnel and equipment safety Maintains and repairs network communications systems (i.e. fiber networks, Ethernet networks and network peripherals) Maintains and repairs complete process systems and repair/replace subcomponents as required Maintains telephone and/or radio contact with operation and management personnel Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance Additional Duties: Performs other duties as assigned Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent AND
A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Instrument & Controls Technician or performing similar duties in a related position OR
Instrumentation/Controls Associates degree or Electronics Technician Associate's degree OR
Military job training in a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) field that required an extensive electronic application OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies:
Ability to satisfactorily work with co-workers Ability to adhere to all safety requirements established for the Water Reclamation Department Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to work above normal heights; 10-100 feet and in confined spaces using safety equipment Knowledge of instrumentation and analyzers that measure process parameters and reports the values to the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems Ability to lead by example and sharing of knowledge/skill Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations Ability to define problems, collect data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables Ability to correctly interpret complex detailed electrical, electronic drawings and prints Strong knowledge in the use of personal computers and numerous software applications such as Excel, Word, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc.
Preferences:
Prior experience with Fiber Optics, SCADA systems and licensed and unlicensed radio systems Prior experience working in an industrial Process Instrumentation and Controls environment
Conditions of Employment:
Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law) Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check Must be able to work after hours "on call" duties on a rotational basis. The "on call" time frame includes weekdays after the end of a shift and entire weekend While on call must be able to respond to an emergency call out by arriving at the plant within 45 minutes of an emergency call out notification Must pass a physical examination Must be able to work the normal weekday schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with overtime as required
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements: Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds Medium -
lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for "how often": Y = Yes N = No E = extensive (100-70%) M = moderate (60-30%) I = infrequent (20-10%) A = almost never (
Standing: E Sitting: I Walking: E Lifting: M Carrying: M Pushing/Pulling: M Overhead Work: M Fine Dexterity: E Kneeling: M Crouching: M Crawling: M Bending: M Twisting: M Climbing: I Balancing: M Vision: E Hearing: E Talking: E Video Display: M Differentiate Colors: Y
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: The essential functions of this position require the use of a digital multi-meter, watt meter, instrumentation process test equipment and computer-based applications to configure and troubleshoot process monitoring equipment.
Environmental Factors: The essential functions of this position are performed primarily outdoors in all types of weather conditions within a wastewater lift station and wastewater treatment plant environment.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. ADA/EOE/ADEA E-Verify: The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The City of Denton maintains competitive benefit options. Details are available here. 01
Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description?
Yes No
02
Which best describes your highest completed level of education?
High School Diploma or GED Associate Degree or Technical Certification Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher None of the above
03
How many years of paid, professional-level experience do you have in this field?
Less than 6 months 6 months to less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years or more
04
Do you possess a Class "C" Driver's License?
Yes No
05
Are you able to work at various heights on roofs, scaffolds, and confined spaces?
Yes No
06
This position requires working overtime outside of regular business hours as needed. Can you meet this requirement?
Yes No
Required Question
Depends on Qualifications Location :
Denton, TX Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
25-00209 Department:
Wastewater Division:
Wastewater-Water Reclamation Opening Date:
10/30/2025 Closing Date:
11/30/2025 11:59 PM Central FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Summary This requisition expires on November 30, 2025, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.
Responsible for the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, calibration, repair and/or replacement of electronic instrumentation and controls normally found in an industrial plant setting under the direction of the Water Reclamation Electronic/Electrical Maintenance Manager or designee. Essential Functions and Other Important Duties
Essential Functions:
Constructs process monitoring and control systems from specific instrumentation and communication devices, installs, views PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programs, calibrates, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs major electronic systems and peripheral devices per manufacturer?s specification in conjunction with Federal Communication Commission rules and regulations Reads complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and shop drawings for the purpose of installation, troubleshooting and repairing of major systems and minor subsystems and components; should have some ability to troubleshoot motor starter circuits Troubleshoots,installs, and calibrates various instruments, including ultrasonic level transmitters, transit time flow meters, Doppler flow meters, pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, differential pressure transmitters, various gas analyzers, turbidity analyzers, chlorine residual analyzers, dissolved oxygen transmitters, and sludge blanket level transmitters Utilizes a wide range of test equipment, including recorders, computers, PC based software analyzer programs, oscilloscopes, data analyzers, analog and digital multi-meters, and other test equipment, while performing tests to identify problems and to maintain and calibrate equipment to performance standards Connects, disconnects, and tags out equipment and circuits for test or repair and safety of personnel and equipment Pulls and terminates cable for instrumentation installs Performs installations in compliance with the national electrical code Performs soldering on electronic components Performs basic mechanical repairs as required Maintains shop and storage areas in a neat and orderly fashion Maintains the safe and efficient use of materials, tools, test equipment and personal safety and all others working in the vicinity Cleans work area after work is complete Complies with plant policy and procedures, in particular, those involving personnel and equipment safety Maintains and repairs network communications systems (i.e. fiber networks, Ethernet networks and network peripherals) Maintains and repairs complete process systems and repair/replace subcomponents as required Maintains telephone and/or radio contact with operation and management personnel Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance Additional Duties: Performs other duties as assigned Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent AND
A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Instrument & Controls Technician or performing similar duties in a related position OR
Instrumentation/Controls Associates degree or Electronics Technician Associate's degree OR
Military job training in a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) field that required an extensive electronic application OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies:
Ability to satisfactorily work with co-workers Ability to adhere to all safety requirements established for the Water Reclamation Department Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to work above normal heights; 10-100 feet and in confined spaces using safety equipment Knowledge of instrumentation and analyzers that measure process parameters and reports the values to the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems Ability to lead by example and sharing of knowledge/skill Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations Ability to define problems, collect data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables Ability to correctly interpret complex detailed electrical, electronic drawings and prints Strong knowledge in the use of personal computers and numerous software applications such as Excel, Word, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc.
Preferences:
Prior experience with Fiber Optics, SCADA systems and licensed and unlicensed radio systems Prior experience working in an industrial Process Instrumentation and Controls environment
Conditions of Employment:
Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law) Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check Must be able to work after hours "on call" duties on a rotational basis. The "on call" time frame includes weekdays after the end of a shift and entire weekend While on call must be able to respond to an emergency call out by arriving at the plant within 45 minutes of an emergency call out notification Must pass a physical examination Must be able to work the normal weekday schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with overtime as required
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements: Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds Medium -
lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for "how often": Y = Yes N = No E = extensive (100-70%) M = moderate (60-30%) I = infrequent (20-10%) A = almost never (
Standing: E Sitting: I Walking: E Lifting: M Carrying: M Pushing/Pulling: M Overhead Work: M Fine Dexterity: E Kneeling: M Crouching: M Crawling: M Bending: M Twisting: M Climbing: I Balancing: M Vision: E Hearing: E Talking: E Video Display: M Differentiate Colors: Y
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: The essential functions of this position require the use of a digital multi-meter, watt meter, instrumentation process test equipment and computer-based applications to configure and troubleshoot process monitoring equipment.
Environmental Factors: The essential functions of this position are performed primarily outdoors in all types of weather conditions within a wastewater lift station and wastewater treatment plant environment.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. ADA/EOE/ADEA E-Verify: The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The City of Denton maintains competitive benefit options. Details are available here. 01
Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description?
Yes No
02
Which best describes your highest completed level of education?
High School Diploma or GED Associate Degree or Technical Certification Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher None of the above
03
How many years of paid, professional-level experience do you have in this field?
Less than 6 months 6 months to less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years or more
04
Do you possess a Class "C" Driver's License?
Yes No
05
Are you able to work at various heights on roofs, scaffolds, and confined spaces?
Yes No
06
This position requires working overtime outside of regular business hours as needed. Can you meet this requirement?
Yes No
Required Question