Electronic SCADA Technician - Wastewater Collection

Electronic SCADA Technician - Wastewater Collection

Salary

$20.39 Hourly

Location

Fort Pierce, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00050

Department

Water / Wastewater Systems

Division

Wastewater Collection

Opening Date

08/07/2026

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Position Summary and Qualifications

Responsible for the electric, electronic and SCADA operation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic circuits, equipment and instruments in the Wastewater and/or Water Treatment Plants and Lift Stations. This position has delegated authority and responsibility for supervising a small group of unskilled and/or semi-skilled employees involved in preventative maintenance activities. Works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, but often has to work independently in complex situations.

Must possess:

• thorough knowledge and understanding of electronic controls and circuits to include the methods, practices, testing equipment, tools and equipment used in electrical repair and maintenance work.
• general knowledge and understanding of pneumatic/hydraulic systems and Human Machine Interface (HMI) software.
• thorough knowledge and understanding of motors, time meters, alarm systems, and other electrical and electronic equipment, programmable logic controllers, SCADA, and telemetry systems.
• ability to troubleshoot, comprehend, and implement appropriate corrections to complex electronic and electrical control circuits quickly and thoroughly in adverse conditions.
• ability to inspect, maintain and repair electrical equipment and controls and develop "as built" drawing of existing circuits. Ability to order and manage electrical inventory for repair / replacement of parts.
• ability to plan, schedule, layout and implement electrical projects. Ability to verify calibration of flow, level and pressure transmitter.
• thorough knowledge of the hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to medium voltage, electrical maintenance and repair work. Skilled in the safe use and care of tools and equipment of the electrical/electronic trade.
• thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and standard safety precautions, safe work methods, FPUAs Safety Program and related safety devices associated in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system and the ability to assure that employees comply with safe standards.
• ability to recognize when the standard operating procedure will not work and possesses the ability to determine an alternate procedure to achieve the desired end result.
• ability to keep accurate daily field reports and other paperwork and records as required and enters into computer, including ability to prepare accurate records showing sewer line conditions.
• ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, construction plans, maps, schematics and GIS databases.
• ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
• ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions or to work with minimum supervision.
• ability to understand and follow quickly, and accurately, brief oral and written instruction on moderately complex matters.
• ability to efficiently handle emergencies and multiple tasks simultaneously
• ability to work with minimal direction and supervision.
• ability to plan, lay-out, direct and supervise subordinates performing construction operation and maintenance functions of a wastewater collection system.
• willingness to train and mentor other employees as required. May be required to supervise temporary contractors during new projects.
• ability to maintain good job-related physical condition and health and sufficient physical strength to perform heavy, manual type labor encountered in the work area within the limits of sound safety practices.

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma accepted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). Thorough knowledge of office software such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Two years of experience in operating, maintaining and repairing electrical circuits, equipment and instruments and related electronic apparatus, including motor driven pumps, circuit breakers, control circuits and related electronic apparatus.

When considering new job applicants, a comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

(NOTE: There are also secondary functions, which the employee will be required to perform.)

Identifies causes, and troubleshoots malfunctions, of electronic controllers and control circuits. Conducts a preventive maintenance program for electrical and electronic equipment. Makes visual inspections to determine proper operating condition.

Installs, calibrates, and maintains complex electronic process control equipment such as pressure, flow, level controllers, recorders, SCADA and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Installs, tests, and repairs electrical/electronic equipment such as AC/DC variable speed drives and motors, alarm systems, generators, solid-state and relay control systems, medium voltage switchgear and controllers.

Tests, installs and maintains the SCADA Computer System both master and remote stations. Maintain a functional knowledge of the operation of control system software and hardware.

Complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) Standards Requirements and all FPUA Standards requirements.

Assists Engineering Department(s) with ongoing/new projects.

Perform operational/visual inspections and testing to determine proper operating condition.

Installs, tests and/or repairs electrical/electronic equipment such as switches, receptacles, transmitters, motors, control devices, alarms, lighting, conduit and wiring according to prints and engineered specifications.

Effectively supervises and trains unskilled and semi-skilled employees as necessary in the performance of preventative maintenance activities.

Trains other personnel in the proper operation of control panels, telemetry units, generators and other electrical equipment.

HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year

VACATION: Accrual for Regular Employees:

0 through 5 years

12 days/year (96 hrs)

6 through 10 years

14 days/year (112 hrs)

11 through 15 years

17 days/year (136 hrs)

16 through 19 years

20 days/year (160 hrs)

More than 20 years23 days/year (184 hrs)

SICK: Accrual for All Regular Employees: 3.70 hours/pay period (96 hrs)

RETIREMENT PROGRAMS:

• City of Fort Pierce Retirement System (Mandatory Participation)
• International City Management Association (Mission Square) (Voluntary)
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)

HEALTH INSURANCE: Effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays most of employee premium and 71% of the dependent premium.

DENTAL INSURANCE - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium and 60% of the dependent premium.

VISION - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium eye care coverage for employees and a portion for their family members, including eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, etc.

LIFE INSURANCE - TERM (EMPLOYEES ONLY) - Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy equal to 1x employees annual salary. Employees may also purchase, on a voluntary basis, additional life insurance through payroll deduction in $10,000 increments up to $100,000.

LONG TERM DISABILITY - Employees out for more than 90 days due to a disabling injury or illness will receive 60% of wage, up to $4,500 per month.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS -

• CANCER, CRITICAL ILLNESS, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & ACCIDENT COVERAGE
• EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT
• Flexible Benefit Program
• Wellness Program
• WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE
• DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE
• NORTON LIFELOCK

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

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Referring to FPUAs Electronic SCADA Technician - Wastewater Collection job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the Electronic SCADA Technician - Wastewater Collection position at FPUA. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have skills and qualifications mentioned in the job description, respond with "N/A".

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Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the Electronic SCADA Technician - Wastewater Collection job description. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you have not performed the job functions mentioned, respond with "N/A".

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Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving youve encountered while in a position similar to the Electronic SCADA Technician - Wastewater Collection position. Also, tell us how you solved those problems. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving to provide, respond with "N/A".

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Employer Fort Pierce Utilities Authority

Address 500 Boston Avenue

Fort Pierce, Florida, 34950

Phone (772) 466-1600 x 3267

Website http://www.fpua.com