SCADA Technician

TEKsystems
$35.00 - $55.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
Mar 13, 2025
Description Our client is responsible for water treatment and waste water management for Albemarle County and UVA Hospitals which is most of Charlottesville. They have an IT team that has grown over the last year or so and need additional IT resources to support all of their operations. They are looking for a Jr to mid level SCADA Technician to help troubleshoot and administer PLC devices. Performs installation, maintaining, and troubleshooting of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), process control equipment, communication links and software throughout the Authority; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Information Systems Administrator. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Troubleshoots telemetry and process controller hardware and PLC software issues over a wide range of complexity. Make recommendations and perform software changes, maintain documentation of changes to software and hardware. Reads and interprets wiring diagrams, control logic diagrams, mechanical and engineering drawings, and specifications and recommends both technical and operational improvements as well as performs installations. Reads electrical documentation including building blueprints, electrical schematics, and flowchart diagrams, troubleshooting matrices, technical manuals and specification sheets, familiarization of electrical and mechanical standards, including local and national regulations. Plans, organizes, schedules, and performs various technical system projects, including repairs, replacements, upgrades, or new system installations. Prepares estimates of labor, materials and supplies as necessary for the performance of specific assignments. Maintains inventories of parts and equipment as needed. Keeps records; makes verbal and written reports of work performed. Maintains regulatory and control devices to acceptable levels of accuracy. Performs computer/PLC programing and troubleshooting over a wide range of complexity as needed to install new components or systems along with maintaining or modifying existing SCADA system. Installs computer operating systems, hardware, and software on computer devices and test for proper operation. Performs the repairs and testing work requiring higher-level knowledge, skills, and abilities, and serves as a technical resource to others. Performs training for those employees that work with the SCADA system. Supervises outside contractors working on SCADA systems. Programs routers and other network devices. Assists in preparing the yearly budget for Instrumentation/SCADA/process control, Performs all duties in accordance with Safety Rules and participates in Authorities safety program. Assists in the monitoring and backing up of computer files and systems. Maintains effective and professional working relationships internally and externally. Communicate effectively with managers and other staff and perform tasks in a team-oriented manner. Perform duties in accordance with all the Authorities' policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws, rules and guidelines. Performs related tasks as required. Additional Skills & Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Computer Information Systems or related field and/or a minimum of three years' experience with PLC programming, SCADA, process control and instrumentation installation and repair. Ability to organize and lead a team of two or more employees in accomplishing complex instrument programming, construction, or repair tasks. Must possess a valid Virginia Driver's License. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to the public or employees of an organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to calculate percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry and solve equations with multiple variables and one unknown. Must be able to properly attribute the spans of incoming signals to the correct real-world values. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems. Ability to operate computers for data entry, word processing and/or accounting purposes. Ability to operate highly technical computer applications, such as GIS or CAD. Ability to operate and repair small/light equipment, such as power tools. Ability to operate and repair medium equipment and machinery, such as vehicles or commercial mowers. Ability to repair, develop or install telecommunications equipment and hardware Experience Level Intermediate Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Charlottesville,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.