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Technical Hardware Analyst II

Salary

$2,189.87 - $2,511.16 Biweekly

Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

34965

Department

Houston Public Works

Division

HW-Drinking Water Operations (DWO)

Opening Date

09/09/2024

Closing Date

9/24/2024 11:59 PM Central

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Accepted Service Line: Houston Public Works Section: Drinking Water Operations Reporting Location: 3100 Genoa Red-Bluff Workdays & Hours: Mon- Fri 7 am - 3:30 pm *Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Troubleshoots, maintains, manages, and upgrades existing instrumentation/communications systems to ensure an economical, safe, and accurate reporting of various plant processes. Researches and analyzes cause of failures; repairs, performs calibrations, replaces, and installs new equipment/components and related hardware to maximize functionality. Performs preventive maintenance ensuring safe, clean, and continuous operating conditions. Prepares and updates various records, logs, and reports. Operates test equipment to isolate software/hardware circuits or cable related problems. Repairs and calibrates all components of process control systems or data communication networks; troubleshoots and repairs both digital and analog electronic equipment to the component level. Responds to emergency calls during and after hours for various types of instrumentation and industrial control failures and shutdowns. Organize schedules and monitors work assignments. Research technical product specifications Inspects field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of instrumentation components for installation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position routinely requires lifting moderately heavy items (up to 40 pounds) and very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. There is routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires an Associate’s degree (two-year program) in a computer science, instrumentation or electronics discipline or the equivalent, such as certification in a technical/specialty program of up to three years in duration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two years of experience in the design, installation, operation, and/or maintenance of a computerized data communications network or industrial control system are required.

Relevant experience (as described above) may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

A valid Driver License is required and Compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to the candidates with a current State of Texas or City of Houston Journeyman Electrical License and experience in maintenance of industrial electrical/instrumentation systems. Preferences will also be given to applicants with extensive experience with remote installation, troubleshooting and resolving technical and system support issues, and other infrastructure components, PLC’s, and SCADA systems.

Preference will be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6..

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes

This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6017.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6017 (TTY 7-1-1).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

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Which scenario best describes your level of education completed in design, installation, operation and/or maintenance of a computerized network or industrial control system?

• Less than a High School diploma

• High School diploma/GED

• Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Instrumentation, Electronics Discipline, or closely related field

• Certification in a Technical/Specialty program of up to (3) three years in duration

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Instrumentation, Electronics Discipline, or closely related field

  02

  How many years of experience in design, installation, operation and/or maintenance of a computerized network or industrial control system?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years, but less than 4

• 4 years, but less than 6

• 6 years or more

• No experience

  03

  Do you have a valid/current Driver License?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Do you have a current City of Houston or State of Texas Journeyman Electrical License?

• Yes

• No

  05

  How many years of electrical experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years

• 3 - 4 Years

• 5 years or more

• None

  06

  I have electrical experience and/or knowledge in the following (check all that apply):

• Lighting Circuits

• Motor Controls

• Variable Speed Drives

• PLC and SCADA Systems

  07

  Are you willing to work in all weather conditions?

• Yes

• No

  08

  Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application).

• Yes

• No

  09

  Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question