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About the Position:

The SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of the SCADA system at the wastewater treatment plant. The SCADA technician will also provide training and technical support to plant operators and staff on the use of the SCADA system, including navigation, data interpretation, troubleshooting, and basic programming. This individual ensures the reliable and efficient monitoring and control of plant processes through the SCADA system to support the overall operation of the facility.

About the Wastewater Division:

The Wastewater division at the company is responsible for managing and treating the city's wastewater. The Persigo wastewater treatment plant is the largest treatment works in the western Rocky Mountain region, with a capacity of 12.5 million gallons per day (mgd). This facility uses advanced technologies such as biotrickling filters for odor control, primary clarifiers, aeration basins, anaerobic digesters, UV disinfection, and an effluent diffuser to treat wastewater to a high standard. The division has undertaken innovative projects such as developing renewable natural gas from wastewater treatment to be used as vehicle fuel, expanding treatment plant capacity, and developing biosolids beneficial reuse programs for the community. The division is also responsible for maintaining and operating the extensive sewer network of the city and county, which includes over 600 miles of sewer lines and 26 lift stations. The 40 professionals in the wastewater division are organized into five teams: collections, operations, maintenance, laboratory, and industrial pretreatment. These teams work collaboratively to ensure that the company's wastewater is managed efficiently and effectively, with minimal impact on the environment. Overall, the wastewater division at the company is committed to providing high-quality wastewater treatment services to the community, while also embracing innovative technologies and practices to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship. At the company, we are committed to promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship, and we believe that our wastewater treatment plant plays a critical role in achieving these goals.

What We Offer:

We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports quality work-life balance including 32 days of paid annual leave to be used for holiday, personal, and/or sick days, health insurance options, employer-matched retirement, a company employee health clinic, wellness program, and an Employee Assistance Program. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact.

What You'll Do:

Monitor the SCADA system to oversee the real-time performance of equipment, processes, and parameters within the wastewater treatment plant. Respond promptly to alarms, alerts. Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of SCADA hardware, software, and communication networks to ensure system reliability and functionality. Conduct upgrades, patches, and modifications as needed to optimize system performance. Collect, analyze, and interpret data from SCADA system logs, historical trends, and databases to identify patterns, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement. Generate reports, charts, and graphs to present data insights to plant management and stakeholders. Programming and Configuration: Develop, modify, and maintain SCADA system programming, logic, and configurations to meet operational requirements, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. Implement changes to control strategies, alarms, and setpoints as directed by plant manag Coordinate with v ndors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to integrate new equipment, instrumentation, and sensors into the SCADA system. Support the expansion and upgrade of SCADA infrastructure to accommodate plant expansions and technological advancements. Provide training and technical support to plant operators and staff on the use of the SCADA system, including navigation, data interpretation, troubleshooting, and basic programming. Develop training materials, documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed.

Qualifications

This position is a safety-sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drugscreens due to the nature of the work performed.

What We're Looking For:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class D Colorado Water Operator Certificate, Class 1 Colorado Distribution Systems certificate and Class 1 Colorado Collection Systems certificate.

Five (5) years of experience in the repair and trouble-shooting of electronic process control equipment, motor control centers and SCADA systems. Possession of, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year Rockwell Automation Logix certification. Possession of, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year Siemens SCE course. Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, control systems engineering or closely related field. The ability to obtain, a valid Electrical and Instrumentation Technologist (EIT) level 3 certification from the California Water and Environment Association (CWEA) within 3 years. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum