Job description
PROCESS AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN
Install, calibrate, program, maintain and repair on-line
process-related instruments located throughout the District's
water reclamation facilities. Investigate and troubleshoot a
wide variety of process control equipment problems and
recommend corrective action.
One to two years of related work experience is desired.
Experience working with analytical laboratory equipment and
some knowledge of chemistry would be helpful. A valid
driver’s license is required.
To apply, send a resume to:
North Shore Water Reclamation District
P.O. Box 750
14770 W. Wm. Koepsel Drive
Gurnee, IL 600
hrmail@northshorewrd.org
Equal Opport
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Automation Technician Department: Process Automation Maintenance
Job Purpose Statement: Perform duties to calibrate, maintain and repair on-line
process related instruments located throughout the District's facilities. Evaluate
new and existing process related instruments.
Reporting Structure: Coordinator of Process Automation Maintenance
Essential Job Functions:
1. Install, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair on-line analytical instruments such
as those used to measure suspended solids, dissolved oxygen, ammonia
and hydrogen sulfide content involving mechanical, electronic, electrical and
chemical functions.
2. Install, program, calibrate and maintain, level, pressure, temperature and
flow meters, DP cells pressure switches and other similar instruments.
3. Investigate and troubleshoot a wide variety of process control equipment
problems throughout District facilities and recommend corrective action.
4. Evaluate new and existing process control equipment and process
chemicals and report findings.
5. Use specialized standards and chemical reagents to calibrate and maintain
equipment.
6. Conduct special sampling procedures to verify equipment performance.
7. Communicate and interact effectively with District Laboratory, Operations
and Engineering staffs as well as vendors and outside clients.
8. Perform scheduled maintenance procedures on electrical equipment and
instruments.
9. Assist in installation and maintenance of PLC, HMI, and network equipment
& peripherals.
Types of Machines, Tools, Equipment (Office and Industrial), Software used:
Calculator, scales and balances, hand tools, bench tools, electrical multi-meter,
online programming calibration instruments (i.e. HART), and a variety of analytical
test instruments, personal computer and Microsoft Word and Excel.
Physical and visual activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of
this job.
Standing, Walking, Sitting, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Climbing, Balancing,
Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Handling, Fingering, Feeling,
Talking, Hearing, Acuity far, Acuity near, Depth Perception, Field of Vision.
Physical Demands:
Physical demands commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
Lift 1 - 5 lbs 15% to 40% of the time, 5 - 25 lbs up to 15% of the time, and 25 lbs -
60 lbs up to 15% of the time.
Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions:
Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the
functions of this job.
Inside conditions, outside conditions, both conditions, extremes of cold, cold
temperature changes, extremes of heat, hot temperature changes, wet, humid,
noise, vibration, hazards, fumes, odors, toxic conditions, dust, poor ventilation.
Job Qualification Requirements
Using the information from The Job Performance Requirements Checklist and the information from
the top portion of this page, determine the selection criteria for this position. Include only the
minimum hiring qualifications.
Knowledge:
- High school diploma.
- Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, documenting and repairing a
Experience: One to two years related work experience.
Machines, Tools, Equipment (Office and Industrial), Software: Analytical
laboratory equipment.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license.
Other: Some knowledge of chemistry and/or wastewater treatment is helpful.
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