Central Maintenance Automation Specialist
Salary
$49,481.00 - $65,714.00 Annually
Location
110 SE Watula Ave, 3rd Floor, Ocala, FL 34471, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
103001
Department
Water Resources
Opening Date
10/30/2026
Description
This is a technical position responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of mechanical and electrical equipment used in lift stations and water/wastewater treatment facilities. Equipment includes valves, controllers, metering and instrumentation systems, PLC-driven equipment, and related automated control systems.
The position requires the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and automation-related issues to ensure reliable and efficient operation of facility equipment and processes.
This position reports to the Central Maintenance Senior Automation Specialist.
Examples of Duties
SCADA & PLC programming: Install, test, modify, and troubleshoot SCADA systems and PLC logic.
Industrial electrical/electronics: Work with control panels, electronic hardware, motors, pumps, flow meters, and instrumentation.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose electrical, mechanical, controls, communications, and network problems.
Programming/testing: Make software and logic changes and verify that equipment operates correctly.
Water/wastewater equipment: Maintain and repair lift stations, pumps, motors, meters, sampling equipment, and related systems.
Vendor coordination: Communicate with equipment manufacturers, contractors, and technical support personnel.
Preventive/corrective maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance as well as emergency repairs.
On-call work: Be available for after-hours emergencies and rotating call-outs.
Administrative responsibility: Help develop the annual budget and monitor spending.
Field work: Drive company vehicles and maintain/clean them as required.2. Works on the "Lucity" work order maintenance program which is used to track all work done on the system.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED required. Vocational or technical training in electrical, mechanical, industrial automation, instrumentation, controls, or a related field is preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
Maintenance Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment, preferably in lift stations, water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, effluent disposal sites, or comparable industrial facilities.
Water/Wastewater Equipment: A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with equipment commonly found in lift stations, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, or similar facilities.
PLC Troubleshooting: Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and interpreting PLC ladder logic, including identifying control system faults and assisting with corrective actions.
Electrical Troubleshooting: Experience troubleshooting electrical control circuits using ladder diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and related technical documentation.
SCADA and Automation: A minimum of two (2) years of experience with the implementation, troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance of SCADA and industrial automation systems.
Testing and Diagnostic Equipment: Working knowledge of electrical and electronic meters, diagnostic equipment, and testing instruments used to troubleshoot, test, and maintain electrical and control systems.
Computer Skills: Ability to use computers and relevant software applications for maintenance management, equipment monitoring, SCADA/automation systems, recordkeeping, documentation, and facility operations.
Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems and their application in water and wastewater treatment operations.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Residency Requirement
Supplemental Information
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will directly supervise 0 employees. This position may indirectly supervise 1 employees. If applicable, supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
ANALYTICAL ABILITY / PROBLEM SOLVING MODERATELY DIRECTED.
Activities covered by wide-ranging policies and courses of action and generally directed as to execution and review.
PLANNING
With regard to general assignments in planning time, method, manner and/or sequence of performance of own work. CONSIDERABLE RESPONSIBILITY; in addition, the organization and delegation of work operations for a Group of employees engaged in Widely diversified activities.
DECISION MAKING
Performs work operations which permit opportunity for decision-making of minor importance. FREQUENTLY; Performs work operations which permit opportunity for decision-making of major importance. FREQUENTLY;
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy/procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane, algebra, solid geometry and trigonometry.
CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal, logical or scientific symbolism such as formulas, scientific equations, and graphs.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Under general direction, WORKING FROM POLICIES AND GENERAL DIRECTIVES. RARELY REFERS SPECIFIC CASES TO supervisor unless clarification or interpretation of the organization's policy is required.
MENTAL DEMAND
HIGHLY INTENSE; Continual involvement with strategic and operational management functions which relate to both the short-term and long-term time periods.
USE OF MACHINES, EQUIPMENT AND/OR COMPUTER
Computer senior software programming, debug problem detection, database analyst II, network development, and senior project manager.
ACCURACY
Probably errors would normally not be detected in succeeding operations and would definitely have serious effects in relationships with patrons and/or with the operations of other segments of the organization.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Regular contacts with patrons initiated by the employee. Involves furnishing and obtaining information and, attempting to influence the decisions of those contacted. Failure to exercise proper judgment may result in important losses to the organization.
EMPLOYEE CONTACT
Contacts of considerable importance within the department or office. Requires tact in discussing problems and presenting data and making recommendations.
SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED
10-Key Basic
Accounting Basic
Alphanumeric Data Entry Intermediate
Contact Management Basic
Database Advanced
Enterprise Resource Planning Basic
Human Resources Systems Basic
Payroll Systems Basic
Presentation/PowerPoint None
Programming Languages Advanced
Spreadsheet Basic
Word Processing/Typing Basic
OTHER SKILLS
Ability to read blueprints and schematic wiring diagrams.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in person and by telephone or two-way radio.
Knowledge of radio coaxial cable and termination connectors.
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, adaptability, limitations, and safety precautions associated with assigned equipment.
Must possess the physical strength and agility to operate heavy equipment over rough terrain, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to follow established shop procedures.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Ability to maintain detailed technical records and reports.
Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
While performing the functions of this job, the employee may be required to:
Stand Continuously
Walk Continuously
Sit Continuously
Use hands to handle or feel Continuously
Reach with hands and arms Continuously
Climb or balance Continuously
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Continuously
Talk or hear Continuously
Taste or smell Continuously
WEIGHT LIFT REQUIREMENTS
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move: Up to 100 pounds
VISION REQUIREMENT
Specific vision abilities required by this job may include: Ability to adjust focus (work duties that require the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus at various distances or focal lengths).
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work near moving mechanical parts (spinning shafts, engines, lifts, etc.) Frequently
Work in high, precarious places (tall structures, bucket lifts, extension ladders, etc.) Occasionally
Fumes or airborne particles (painting, sanding, solvents, flying lint or dust particles, etc.) Frequently
Toxic or caustic chemicals (including potential for chemical spills, etc.) Occasionally
Outdoor weather conditions (exposure to outdoor heat, cold or inclement weather) Frequently
Wet or humid conditions (not weather-related, such as greenhouse, carwash, etc.) Frequently
Extreme cold (not weather-related, such as freezer, cold storage, etc.) Occasionally
Extreme heat not weather-related, such as furnace, kitchen, ovens, etc. where temp is regularly above 100 degrees F) Never
Risk of electrical shock (live electrical wires, equipment that retains power after shutoff) Continuously
Work with explosives (TNT, dynamite, nitroglycerine or other related explosives) Occasionally
Risk of radiation (x-ray equipment, nuclear radiation, electromagnetic radiation, etc.) Never
Vibration (jack hammer, soil compactor, equipment that creates high vibration, etc.) Occasionally
The noise level in the work environment is usually Loud (metal can manufacturing department, large equipment, etc.)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.
Health Insurance
We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Dental Insurance
For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.
Vision Insurance
For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.
Life Insurance
For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental injury.
Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA
Flexible spending accounts allow employees to pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.
Pet Insurance
We also offer special pet insurance for your pets in the case of illness or accidents, as well as preventative care.
Employee Health & Wellness Center
The City of Ocala offers the use of the City Clinic for those employees, and covered dependents over the age of 8, which have elected one of our health insurance plans. Services offered by the City Clinic include primary care, chronic disease management, labs, x-rays, and wellness coaching.
Voluntary Cancer Insurance
For full time employees, the cancer insurance policy can help provide security if you, or a covered dependent, suddenly become diagnosed with cancer.
Supplemental Critical Care Insurance
Our full time employees have the option of electing critical care insurance that is available to help with medical expenses that could arise from things such as a heart attack or stroke.
Supplemental Accident Insurance
Also available to full time employees, is our Accident Coverage. This supplemental plan can be used to help with expenses like MRIs, physical therapy, and hospital admission.
Legal Plan Insurance
Full time employees can have access to local attorneys for a monthly fee and receive discounts on services such as legal consultation, wills, traffic violations and the purchase or sale of your home. The carrier also has a separate policy assisting with the matter of identity theft and social media monitoring.
Deferred Compensation Plan
Deferred compensation is available to all full-time employees at the time of employment. This benefit allows the employee to defer income without paying taxes until money is withdrawn. Current plan is administered through MissionSquare.
Direct Deposit
Direct deposit automatically deposits your net pay each pay period to your checking or savings account at your own financial institution. Direct deposit is a condition of employment for a person hired by the City.
Each pay period the employee receives an earnings statement showing gross pay, taxes, other deductions, accruals and net pay. Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources or Payroll.
Discounts - Theme Park
Discounts are available to all non-temporary employees at the time of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and members of your household as an employer paid benefit. The EAP offers emotional wellbeing support in the form as counseling sessions and all sessions are confidential. The EAP also provides daily life assistance, legal services, and financial services.
Holidays and Paid Time off
The City provides paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees. Refer to the Employee Handbook for details.
Retirement Plan
All full-time employees hired after 10/01/2013, apart from Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters, are enrolled in the 401a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with MissionSquare. All contributions to the 401a Defined contribution plan are pre-tax and earnings grow tax-deferred. The City contributes 8% and employees contribute 3%. City contributions are 100% vested after one year of employment. You will be enrolled automatically and should take time to review your investment options at your earliest convenience.
Training Programs
The City is committed to provide training programs for all departments and all positions. Risk Management conducts classes in Defensive Driving, Safety, and Insurance. With rare exceptions, classes are offered during working hours, and are open to all eligible employees.
Tuition Reimbursement
All regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program.
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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
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Do you possess a valid State of Florida Operator Drivers License with an acceptable driving record OR If you possess a valid out of state license, do you have the ability to obtain a Florida Drivers License prior to employment?
03
Do you understand that you must possess a Commercial Learner's Permit for a Commercial Driver's License Class B by the first day of employment?
04
Do you understand that within six (6) months you must obtain a Florida CDL Drivers License Class "B" with an acceptable driving record and required endorsement for tank vehicles (N)?
05
Do you understand that you will need to obtain a Class "B" Wastewater Collection Certification and a Distribution 2 (D-2) License, Backflow Testing and Repair License in accordance with department scheduling requirements?
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How many years of hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment, preferably in lift stations, water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, effluent disposal sites, or comparable industrial facilities do you possess?
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How many years of experience working with equipment commonly found in lift stations, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, or similar facilities do you possess?
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Do you possess experience troubleshooting electrical control circuits using ladder diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and related technical documentation?
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Do you possess experience troubleshooting and interpreting PLC ladder logic, including identifying control system faults and assisting with corrective actions?
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Do you have experience troubleshooting electrical control circuits using ladder diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and related technical documentation?
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How many years of experience with the implementation, troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance of SCADA and industrial automation systems do you posess?
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Do you have working knowledge of electrical and electronic meters, diagnostic equipment, and testing instruments used to troubleshoot, test, and maintain electrical and control systems?
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Do you possess the ability to use computers and relevant software applications for maintenance management, equipment monitoring, SCADA/automation systems, recordkeeping, documentation, and facility operations?
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Do you possess knowledge of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems and their application in water and wastewater treatment operations?
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Do you undestand that you must reside within 45 minutes of City Hall (110 SE Watula Avenue) using Map Quest?
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If you feel you qualify for this position due to an equivalent combination of training, education and experience, please explain below:
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I understand that all information I provide regarding my background, education, certifications, licenses, and work history is subject to verification once an offer of employment has been extended and accepted. I further understand that any false, misleading, or incomplete information, or the omission of relevant information, may be grounds for disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an employment offer, or dismissal from employment if discovered after I begin work.
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I understand that, as a condition of employment with the City of Ocala, I will be required to review and electronically sign a Policy and Consent form related to the Lytx in-vehicle safety system. I understand that this consent includes acknowledgment of the collection and use of video, audio, location, and, where applicable, biometric data for safety, compliance, and operational purposes. I further understand that on my first day of employment, an email from noreply@lytx.com will be sent to my City of Ocala employee email address with instructions, and that the form must be completed within twenty-four (24) hours of my official start date.
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Have you provided a complete employment and education history covering the past ten (10) years, or dating back to high school graduation, whichever period is shorter, within your NeoGov application and/or master profile? Please note: Resumes are welcome; however, they do not substitute for a completed application. Applications that do not include the required employment and education history, or that are otherwise incomplete, will be rejected and will not be considered for further review.
Required Question
Employer City of Ocala
Address 110 SE Watula Ave
City Hall, 3rd Floor
Ocala, Florida, 34471
Phone 352-629-8359
Website https://www.ocalafl.gov/
| Location | Ocala, FL |
| Salary | $49,481–$65,714 Per Year |
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