Electrical/Mechanical Technician

Hawaii Water ServiceJob Description:SummaryThe Electrical Mechanical Technician (EMT) is responsible for installation and repair of all electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation equipment in the production, treatment, and distribution systems of the district(s) under his/her assigned territory. This includes inspection, installation as needed for electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation elements in new construction of water and wastewater pump, treatment and storage facilities, telemetry and SCADA systems, and automatic control valves; ensures that construction conforms to plans and specifications; testing, calibration, and repair of instrumentation including water quality analyzers, chart recorders, flow meters, transducers, and HART communicators; install, troubleshoot, and maintain water and wastewater treatment plant equipment such as motor actuated valves, variable frequency drives, soft start contactors, human machine interfaces, and programmable logic controllers. The position is located in Waikoloa, HI.Essential Functions: Participates in design, review, and construction of pump stations, storage facilities, and SCADA control systemsInstalls new pumps, motors, and necessary facility operating equipmentInstalls and maintains various types of control valves, both hydraulically, and electrically operatedInspects, installs, rewires, and repairs as needed electrical circuits and elements in new construction of pump stations, storage facilities, and SCADA control systems ensuring that construction confirms to plans, specifications, and National Electrical Code (NEC)Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all electrical systems including telemetry and SCADA systems, and automatic control valvesInstalls, troubleshoots, and maintains water treatment plant electrical equipmentInspects electrical equipment on tanks and appurtenances, which may require wearing a safety harness and climbing ladders above 10 feetTests, calibrates, and repairs instrumentation including water quality analyzers, chart recorders, flow meters, and transducers using electrical and electronic digital volt-ohm meters and loop calibrating equipmentCoordinates and communicates with contractors, vendors, and electric utility for facility repairs and maintenance functionsResearches and procures necessary parts for facility and asset repairs; investigate replacement parts for discontinued and legacy itemsPrepares and operates a service truck daily including load materials and equipment, remove and dispose of debris, clean equipment, and truck as neededCommunicates with district staff and EMT supervisor including email, radio, and phone communications, and complete reports and daily progress using CMMSOperates a Company vehicle for travel to work areas, safely navigating and parking vehicle as designated to ensure public, and personal safety in all job tasksPerforms work safely by adhering to Hawaii Water Safety programs and policies as well as reporting hazards and unsafe conditionsConducts all water discharges with Company’s National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) policy including, but not limited to, implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs), monitoring and recording all required data, and completing necessary paperwork related to all discharge eventsNotify district operations of the equipment and/or station status of operation prior to leaving the facilityParticipates in and supports the Company’s Continuous Improvement program and projectsPerforms other duties as assigned to fulfill business operational needs and objectivesAttends meetings and trainings as directed by Hawaii Water ServiceOther Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms work on-site in the assigned office locationOther duties as assignedThis position will require air travelMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GEDExtensive electrical experience working with motor and pump controls for water and wastewaterElectrical License Journeyman or equivalentState of Hawaii Department of Health Water Distribution Operator II certification is desiredState of Hawaii Department of Health Water Treatment Plant Operator II desiredState of Hawaii Department of Health Water Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II is desiredState of Hawaii Journey Worker Electrician license is desiredValid State of Hawaii Driver’s License with clean driving recordREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESKnowledge of all machines and tools used in the jobBasic to advanced knowledge of electrical pumping plantsKnowledge of safety regulations, protocols, principles, practices and procedures for water systemsBasic math skillsAbility to recognize potential dangers when installing and maintaining electrical equipment and controls that could result in injury to other employees or damage to Company equipment or customers residence plumbingAbility to communicate well with others, both verbally and in writingWorking knowledge of the Microsoft suite of applications, including basic features of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointEmployee must work independently and effectively, with little supervision, to prioritize and complete assigned objectives and handle multiple projects or assignments simultaneouslyEMT must have an understanding and knowledge of proper safety and personal protective equipment protocols, including Lockout/Tagout, confined space entry, fall protection, and tank climbing, and a knowledge and understanding of electrical system arc flash hazards as it pertains to pumping and storage facilities, telemetry, SCADA systems, and automatic control valvesAbility to understand and follow verbal and/or written policies, procedures and instructionsAbility to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or verbal instructionsAbility to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlinesAbility to regularly interact with employees, public, and customers, requiring common sense, tact and diplomacy in order to accomplish assignmentsAbility to provide outstanding customer serviceAbility to work after hours and remain on-callSalary Range: $65,900 - $122,300Deadline to submit resume is OPEN UNTIL FILLED.The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.