AFSCME LOCAL 3472
DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Days off: Saturday & Sunday
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Under general supervision of the Manager, Supervisor, Technical Team Leader, or designee, performs skilled work at the journeyman level in the maintenance and repair of instrumentation and control systems. The position is a cross functional position that requires the mechanic to provide technical support for complex electronic, electric and pneumatic controls and instrumentation. The position requires interfacing with other crafts (boiler mechanics, HVAC mechanics, locksmiths, plumbers, etc.) and engineers to repair and/or install complex control/ instrumentation systems.
EXAMPLES OF WORK (Illustrative only)
- Executes maintenance and operation procedures for instrumentation and controls systems related to utility plant operations and energy management systems;
- Troubleshoots, repairs, fabricates, adjusts, installs, programs, electronic, electric and pneumatic controls and instrumentation used to control and measure performance of: boilers; energy measurement systems;
- Calibrates instruments for accuracy requiring fine tolerances; recalibrates any instruments or gauges that do not meet manufacturer's performance specification;
- Use specialized software related to data acquisition equipment and control systems.
- Rebuilds instruments when appropriate, including acquiring necessary parts and tools;
- Reacts appropriately and effectively to analyzed data reports and data feedback from Utility Plant Systems controls equipment and energy management systems.
- Assists with the operation of boiler plant Reverse Osmosis (RO) system including.
- Assists with design and layout for instrumentation and control system equipment. Responsible for specifying and ordering instrumentation and control equipment;
- Assists with design and oversight of installation of communication networks related to data acquisition equipment and control systems.
- Assists with the programming of PLC (programmable logic control) and/or microprocessor based systems;
- Maintains time and material records; prepares work reports in accordance with standard operating procedures;
- Perform inspections and make recommendations for system upgrades and renovations;
- Uses computer to access e-mail, receive work instructions and other administrative information to include electronic payroll forms;
- Communicates daily using a two-way radio and/or mobile phone in order to respond to work-related routine and emergency information;
- Ensures shop equipment is in proper working condition;
- Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, uncluttered and safe work environment;
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES:
- The primary physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in both extreme heat and cold conditions, as well as conditions that are wet/humid, dry and during times when temperatures are below 320F for more than one-hour periods.
- Employee must lift, tug, pull, and transport, with or without assistance, both small and heavy equipment and material, as necessary.
- Employee may be required to bend, squat, stretch and stand and/or work in cramped areas for prolonged periods of times while repairing equipment both at floor level, overhead, and/or in confined space areas.
- Environment may frequently include dust and/or airborne particles and occasionally loud noise, electricity/high voltage, chemicals, gases, fumes, and vibration. For this reason, employee is required to wear designated personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, ANSI-approved safety eyewear, respirator, hardhats, gloves, hearing protection, full face shield, aprons and footwear to prevent exposures to hazardous materials, noise, dust and/or airborne particles.
- Specialized personal protective equipment may be required to make access to certain confined spaces.
- Must follow Occupational Health and Safety Open Flame procedures.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge and skills necessary for the installation, troubleshooting, repair and preventive and applied maintenance of maintenance for of all types of instrumentations, boiler and utility plant systems and alarms, and other electronic control and energy management systems.
- Ability to work well in groups/teams having various levels of technical knowledge and be able to coordinate successful project outcomes.
- Ability to think ahead and propose best systems solutions based on available feedback from data systems.
- Working knowledge of standard practices, tools, materials and terminology concerning the use of testing equipment.
- Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions.
- Mechanical ability.
- Ability to use hand and power tools.
- Ability to perform preventive maintenance according to published guidelines.
- Ability to use meters and test equipment in the troubleshooting and repair of controls and systems alarms, and other electronic control systems.
- Ability to work from complex diagrams and drawings related to various controls and alarm systems, and other electronic control systems.
- Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
- Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
- Thorough knowledge of U/D campus layout.
- Ability to work independently and prioritizing tasks in order to meet the needs of the unit and its customers.
REQUIRED MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent. Minimum four years' experience in instrumentation, measurement and control, electronics, electrical and/or a mechanical program. Degree from a post-secondary technical school in Electronics or Process Instrumentation and Control preferred.
- Experience in industrial maintenance environment troubleshooting PLC software, I/O and field devices and working with mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems preferred.
- Certification as a journeyman in the instrumentation trade and ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CSST) Program Level II in addition to a high school Diploma or GED may be substituted for required education.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- With or without assistance, must be able to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects and job-related materials and/or equipment.
- Ability to accurately discern colors.
- Employee is required to climb stairs, use ladders and aerial lifts, work from scaffolding and high areas using appropriate harness and tether equipment, and use ramps and aerial lift devices above ground.
- Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license in order to drive University of Delaware vehicles to get to and from job sites.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html
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