City of Dallas
Utilities Electronic Technician (Dallas Water Utilities – Civil Service)
City of Dallas, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Utilities Electronic Technician (Dallas Water Utilities – Civil Service)
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Job Summary The Utilities Electronic Technician performs journey level electronic technician work involving installation, operation, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of electronic equipment related to flood control, water pumping stations or related electronic/electrical equipment to ensure efficient operation of the Dallas Water Utility.
Essential Functions
Evaluates performance and reliability of electronic equipment by applying electronic theory, principles of electronic circuitry, testing procedures, and related knowledge to install, build, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify equipment.
Repairs and replaces defective electronic equipment such as communication equipment, traffic signal lights and signs, sound/lighting equipment, and telecommunication equipment or related components to eliminate malfunctions.
Tests electronic components, circuits, and faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction.
Prepares operating documentation to ensure accurate records are maintained.
Drives and operates vehicles to perform various work orders and requests; loads tools and material onto vehicle to ensure material is available to install or repair equipment.
Replaces electronic components in motors and water pumps at pumping stations; performs daily calibrations on sensors and pumps to ensure optimal operation and accurate functionality.
Engages and meets with customers to determine problems and identify issues; performs technical work to install, repair, replace, or remove electronic equipment to resolve problems and enhance service delivery.
Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
Thorough knowledge of Water Utility and Wastewater Management facilities.
Thorough knowledge of the operation and function of water distribution equipment and systems including SCADA, MAXIMO, Shop Logs and other systems.
Knowledge of testing, diagnosing and repairing of electronic and electrical instruments, pumps, motors, actuators and many more electrical components.
Thorough knowledge of electronic theory and practice involved in the installation, testing, diagnosis, and repair of complex electronic circuitry.
Ability to identify and differentiate among color‑coded electronic components.
Ability to use a variety of standard electronic and electrical testing instruments and tools.
Ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams and schematic drawings related to electronic equipment.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience in the installation, testing, diagnosis and repair of electronic, electrical controls, computer hardware or related electrical equipment preferably in a waste management or water utility setting.
Equivalencies:
Associate degree or higher in an electronic technology field plus (1) year of the stated experience meets the education and experience requirements.
License:
Valid driver's license with good driving record.
Preference:
Technician Certification.
Salary Range $25.12 - $28.85 per hour. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.
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Job Summary The Utilities Electronic Technician performs journey level electronic technician work involving installation, operation, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of electronic equipment related to flood control, water pumping stations or related electronic/electrical equipment to ensure efficient operation of the Dallas Water Utility.
Essential Functions
Evaluates performance and reliability of electronic equipment by applying electronic theory, principles of electronic circuitry, testing procedures, and related knowledge to install, build, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify equipment.
Repairs and replaces defective electronic equipment such as communication equipment, traffic signal lights and signs, sound/lighting equipment, and telecommunication equipment or related components to eliminate malfunctions.
Tests electronic components, circuits, and faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction.
Prepares operating documentation to ensure accurate records are maintained.
Drives and operates vehicles to perform various work orders and requests; loads tools and material onto vehicle to ensure material is available to install or repair equipment.
Replaces electronic components in motors and water pumps at pumping stations; performs daily calibrations on sensors and pumps to ensure optimal operation and accurate functionality.
Engages and meets with customers to determine problems and identify issues; performs technical work to install, repair, replace, or remove electronic equipment to resolve problems and enhance service delivery.
Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
Thorough knowledge of Water Utility and Wastewater Management facilities.
Thorough knowledge of the operation and function of water distribution equipment and systems including SCADA, MAXIMO, Shop Logs and other systems.
Knowledge of testing, diagnosing and repairing of electronic and electrical instruments, pumps, motors, actuators and many more electrical components.
Thorough knowledge of electronic theory and practice involved in the installation, testing, diagnosis, and repair of complex electronic circuitry.
Ability to identify and differentiate among color‑coded electronic components.
Ability to use a variety of standard electronic and electrical testing instruments and tools.
Ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams and schematic drawings related to electronic equipment.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience in the installation, testing, diagnosis and repair of electronic, electrical controls, computer hardware or related electrical equipment preferably in a waste management or water utility setting.
Equivalencies:
Associate degree or higher in an electronic technology field plus (1) year of the stated experience meets the education and experience requirements.
License:
Valid driver's license with good driving record.
Preference:
Technician Certification.
Salary Range $25.12 - $28.85 per hour. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.
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