Electrical/Instrumentation Technician I/II

Under the general supervision of the Electrical/Instrumentation Supervisor, an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician I, II performs a variety of skilled electrical work related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial low and high voltage electrical motors, motor controls, and related electrical equipment and skilled instrumentation work related to the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical instruments used for measurement and control of water and wastewater distribution and treatment processes.

This is a flexibly staffed series and employees typically enter as an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician I. An Electrical/Instrumentation Technician I exercises less independent judgment and discretion and has a narrower scope of responsibility. Level I employees are promoted to level II when both District competency assessment standards are met and required certification is obtained. The Electrical/Instrumentation Technician II is the fully experienced, journey level class.

This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list to fulfill current and future needs during the life of the eligibility list (up to one year). There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy.The recruitment process will consist of an application screening, 1st round (structured) interview, and 2nd round (selection) interview. Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment process via e-mail. The tentative date ranges for the interviews are listed below:

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENDING DATE: March 17, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received to meet business needs.

First Review of Applications:April 7, 2026

1st Round Interview Date Range: April 20 - 23, 2026

2nd Round Interview Date Range: April 27 - 30, 2026

Troubleshoots electrical and instrument problems in all systems at plants, pumping and lift stations, and buildings. Equipment may include low and high voltage electrical motors; switchgear, distribution panels, transformers, lighting panels, motor control circuits, motor control panels, and all associated control circuits ranging from low voltage to high voltage (nominal volts DC to 66,000 volts AC).

Uses a variety of equipment to test systems including analog/digital meters; ohm meters; high voltage meters; amp meters; high potential testers; calibrators, and data recorders.

Identifies and isolates faulty electric, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic and computerized parts, components, circuits or panels; repairs, fabricates or replaces parts, components or circuits; installs new or repaired parts or components. May modernize and upgrade systems and components where economically advantageous.

Performs corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance, testing and calibration on analyzers, leak detectors, telephonic public address (PA) systems, fire systems, security systems, radio equipment, standby generators, personal air monitoring equipment, motor bearings, services, motor control panels, distribution panels, electrical components, instrumentation; screens, valves, gates, dampers, actuators, boilers, conveyers, HVAC, and other related equipment and appurtenances on a regular basis.

Schedules, oversees, inspects work performed by contractors and vendors; specifies tasks to be performed; monitors compliance testing and performance issues associated with the contract; and assists in project or contract completion.

Maintains comprehensive logs on completed maintenance; researches components and products; requisitions and maintains an adequate inventory of necessary spare parts, shop, and vehicle supplies.

Reviews and updates electrical plans, specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

Programs, troubleshoots, and modifies programmable logic controllers (PLCs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and distributed control systems (DCS).

Documents work, provides updates on open work orders, and completes work orders in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Performs work in a safe manner at all times; complies with safety and health policies, procedures and practices; attends and completes all mandatory safety training courses and events; and works to insure the safety of co-workers and the general public.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF AND PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

• Principles and techniques of maintaining and repairing electrical and instrumentation equipment;
• Electrical and instrumentation troubleshooting methods and procedures;
• Electrical components and wiring configurations used in industrial systems;
• Testing procedures used to detect problems, including operation of test instruments;
• Equipment associated with water reclamation plants; composting facilities; water treatment plants; pumping stations; lift stations, tanks; and building automation systems;
• Water treatment and distribution, reclaimed water, composting, and pumping processes;
• Control systems and PLC, SCADA, and DCS troubleshooting, repair, and programming;
• Safety practices and procedures including but not limited to high and low voltage, lockout/tagout, confined spaces, and safety data sheets (SDS);
• National Electric Code, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) safe practices, and International Society of Automation (ISA) standards.

ABILITY TO:

• Read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and schematics including loop drawings and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs);
• Provide guidance to less experienced technicians, operators, and others;
• Update plans, drawings and schematics;
• Perform competent repair work and troubleshoot all plant electrical/instrumentation components;
• Understand control systems;
• Utilize on-going corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance programs;
• Use Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals;
• Operate office equipment, including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, email, database, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Work independently;
• Learn and apply new information and technology;
• Understand the National Electrical Code and International Society of Automation standards, as well as building codes, safety codes, and other applicable codes;
• Perform work in a safe manner and in compliance with safety standards, practices, policies, and procedures;
  Work occasional overtime and respond to after-hour emergencies.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Sufficient eyesight to read plans, specifications, manuals, and standard text and data;
• Able to distinguish varying colors;
• Ability to speak and hear at normal conversational levels in person and over the telephone;
• Manual dexterity to write legibly and to use electrical test equipment;
• Ability to lift and carry up to approximately forty pounds and to reach, bend, or crouch to inspect equipment;
• Ability to walk on uneven and slippery surfaces
• Exposure to outdoors and high noise levels as created by large pumps;
• Ability to travel to different sites and locations;
• Ability to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment (PPE);
• Ability to climb ladders and work from heights in excess of 8 feet.
• Ability to work in confined spaces

Any combination of training and experience, which demonstrates attainment of the required knowledge and ability to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed), typically:

EDUCATION:
High School Graduation or equivalent is required. College level classes in electrical and / or electronics and process control technology may substitute for work experience. Successful completion of a recognized electrical or instrumentation apprenticeship is desirable.

EXPERIENCE:

Electrical/Instrumentation I - Two (2) years of experience performing skilled electrical and/or instrumentation work.

Electrical/Instrumentation II - Four (4) years of experience performing skilled high and low voltage electrical and/or instrumentation work in a water/wastewater facility or an industrial setting.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

A valid California class C driver’s license must be maintained at all times.

Electrical/Instrumentation Technician I: A California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade I Electrical/Instrumentation Technician Certification is required within 12 months of employment.

Electrical/Instrumentation Technician II: A CWEA Grade II Electrical/Instrumentation Technician Certification is required.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

One or more of the following certifications are highly desirable:

CWEA Grade I, II, III or 4 Electrical/Instrumentation Technician Certification

State of California Grade III Water Distribution Certification

State of California Grade III Water Treatment Certification

State of California Grade III Wastewater Treatment Certification

California State Department of Industrial Relations Electrician Certification.

It is the policy of the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District to ensure equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, mental or physical impairment, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, or age (except where a bona fide occupational qualification). The District will act to ensure equal treatment to all persons in matters affecting recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, assignment, benefits, training, and layoff practices, and any other matters affecting employment with the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District. The same policy applies to all qualified Vietnam- era veterans, disabled veterans or other persons with disabilities that are capable of performing a particular job with reasonable accommodation to their disability.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing, upon applying.