Instrumentation Specialist - Winthrop, United States - Massachusetts Water Resources Authority

Description

Job Description

DIVISION: Operations

DEPARTMENT: Deer Island Trade Labor Maintenance, Meter & Monitoring

UNION/GRADE: Unit 2/Grade 16

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BASIC PURPOSE:

Inspects, maintains, repairs, troubleshoots and installs instrumentation and control systems and various non-code electrical systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of a Unit Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Exercises supervision of entry level staff and/or apprentices as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs, repairs and services a wide range of analog and digital recording regulating and control instruments, related computer based systems and other equipment/systems as required and/or assigned.
• Performs instrumentation and control related activities specified by work order.
• Inspects, calibrates and troubleshoots a wide range of electronic, electro-mechanical, pneumatic instrumentation and computer based control systems for performance in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, using various precision measuring instruments and electrical testing devices and equipment.
• Performs preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance on analog and digital instrumentation and control systems, equipment and support systems according to vendor specifications.
• Performs routine lubrication of equipment and replaces oil reserves.
• Reads and interprets complex instrumentation and control drawings, diagrams and control logic sequences.
• Selects and obtains appropriate stock or materials per established procedures, and tools or machines for the job.
• Follows established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures and policies established by MWRA.
• Operates motor vehicles, such as vans and pick-up trucks to transport materials to work sites, and pick-up and deliver supplies and equipment.
• Performs work in a safe and professional manner.
• Performs, documents and reports results in the Maximo Database of inspections and work performed.
• Performs work in compliance with Deer Island Integrated Contingency Plan.
• Assists other trades in the performance of their work, as required, or as assigned.
• Performs light maintenance independently or as part of a team. Light maintenance shall include but not limited to:
• Operates light equipment that does not require a special equipment license.
• Routine testing, lockout/tagout, operation (startup/shutdown) and adjustment of process equipment.
• Generates inspection lists and maintenance reporting through the Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Inspects and troubleshoots various systems and equipment
• Installs and retrofits/new equipment related to plant systems.
• Modifies and/or aligns existing equipment to specifications.
• Sets up ladders, staging and rigging and utilizes hoists, jacks, dollies, lifts, etc. for proper access to job and to remove and install equipment.
• Operates portable pumping, ventilation and other equipment necessary to support and accomplish assigned tasks.
• Greases and lubricates, replaces oil reserves, minor packing adjustments and opens hatches.
• Installs safety rails, changes light bulbs and replaces HVAC filters.
• Removes snow from immediate work area in order to perform tasks.
• Performs necessary cleanup and housekeeping for work area and other light maintenance tasks.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

• Promotes and participates in the productivity improvement plan.
• Trains peers and subordinates as requested.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or GED; and
• Requires the satisfactory completion of a certified Instrument Specialist apprenticeship training program, or an Associates Degree in Electronics Technology and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A working knowledge of the principles and theory of analog and digital electronics, electro-mechanics, and instrumentation and computer based control systems, and the tools, equipment and methods common to the trade, to include test and measurement devices.
• A working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade, to include the successful completion of MWRA safety training.
• The ability to work from schematic diagrams, blueprints, manufacturer's manuals and specifications, sketches and verbal instructions to install, maintain, calibrate, repair and troubleshoot a wide range of instrumentation and computer based control systems.
• Basic reading, writing, mathematical and oral communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, occupational hazards and safety practices common to the trade.
• Computer skills necessary to access and use various software such as the Maximo & Lawson Database.
• Trained in confined space entry, CPR and First Aid. Capable of entering, setting up, installing and disassembling confined space equipment. Ability to work in a confined space.
• Ability to attain knowledge & work processes required to perform maintenance tasks required by Reliability Centered Maintenance or similar Maintenance Management Program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a Valid Massachusetts Class D Operator's License.
• Complete competency based training program related to ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES as outlined above and successfully demonstrates required competencies.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Motor vehicle, power and hand tools, hoist, mobile truck radio, beeper.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the essential functions the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, finger, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, talk, hear, sit, climb or balance.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanic parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. This job is hearing protection required and the noise level in the work environment is very loud in field settings and moderately loud at pumping stations.

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or veteran status.