CONTROL SYSTEM TECHNICIAN

Position Information

Arlington County's Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a highly motivated, team oriented and technically competent Control System Technician (CST) for their state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant, a 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, continuous operation facility that treats 24 million gallons of wastewater daily for residences and businesses.

This is an on-the-job training/work program at Arlington County's Water Pollution Control Plant which requires some technical experience and/or certification in order to enter the program. Please read this announcement thoroughly for details. Work on this program involves planning, development, implementation, modification, testing, analysis, alignment and evaluation of complex electronic systems within an industrial setting.

Specific duties include:

• Performing installation, maintenance and repair of electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical instrumentation;
• Performing predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance of computer-based process control, SCADA, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), using a variety of diagnostic tools, historical data, blueprints, factory specifications and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS);
• Analyzing system failures or condition to determine root cause or potential for breakdown;
• Evaluating problems or work assignments to determine, scope of project, set priorities, project resource needs and to plan follow-up activities;
• Leading projects, coordinating work with other agencies or contractors, assisting with training staff, and document work and maintain records; and
• Monitoring work and systems to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and County codes, regulations, standards and mandates.

• Performing the full range of systems analysis and diagnostic work required to design, repair and maintain all instrumentation, control systems and equipment in the WPCP and remote lift stations:
• Designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing complex industrial control systems and equipment in the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), Potable Water Pumping Stations and Sewage Lift Stations; and
• Working in the field, managing the input-output level, diagnosing and resolving complex problems involving a variety of designs and modifications.

Selection Criteria

Minimum: These positions are part of a two-level, multi-grade pay program where employees are able to move administratively from a CST Trainee to a CST II once they achieve the required training, skills and minimum qualifications required for each level.

This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies that occur; however, we are hiring at a CST I or II level depending upon the ability to meet the minimum selection criteria and certification requirements as defined below:

CST I ($68,764.80 - $104,956.80)

• High School Diploma/equivalent and successful completion of the County's technical in-house training program;
• Three (3) years of experience in an industrial process control environment which includes assisting with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of electronic controls;
• Valid Driver's License;
• ISA Certified Control Systems Technician I (CCST I) certification or ability to obtain within three (3) years of hire date; and
• Ability to obtain Confined Space Entry certification within one (1) year of hire date.

• High school diploma/equivalent and successful completion of the County's technical in-house training program;
• Three (3) years of experience in an industrial process control environment which includes assisting with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of electronic controls;
• Valid Driver's License;
• ISA Certified Control Systems Technician II (CCST II) certification and Confined Space Entry certification.

• Principles and practices of industrial electronics, process monitoring and control, instrumentation and equipment, related computer-based systems, and networks;
• OSHA mandates and other federal, state and local codes relevant to operations; and/or
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate with others and/or to explain procedures and technical data clearly and to take directives from supervisors.

Special Requirements

1) Able to pass a respirator fit test and work in confined spaces.

2) Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver license . The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide, a copy of the applicant's official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.

3) Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

4) Work is performed in an industrial environment and involves exposure to high voltage wire, hazardous chemicals, strong odors, drafts, noise, dust, grease, and dirt with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, lifting light to very heavy objects and equipment, and working in confined spaces.

A pre-employment background check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Additional Information

Work hours: 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Employee will be required to work some overtime and report for work during inclement weather when needed. Additionally, they must be available for holdover and/or callback in emergency situations.

Employees hired as a Control Systems Technician I (CST I) will be hired at the Trainee level and will remain as a Trainee for no more than three (3) years until they obtain the required ISA CST Level I certification at which time the employee may receive a pay increase, not to exceed the range maximum, and the employee's probation period will begin.

The CST I may advance to the CST II level after completing the CST training program, meeting all minimum qualifications of the CST II, and demonstrating the ability to proficiently and independently perform advanced duties.

Permanent status with the County is not obtained until successful completion of training and certification requirements for the positions, followed by a 12-month probationary period. All employees must complete all stated requirements within the specified timeframes, or they will be subject to separation from County employment.

These positions are part of a two-level Control Systems Technician I/II Multi-Grade pay band. Experience will be evaluated by the Department of Environmental Services and the supervisor will talk with each new employee about how the competencies can be achieved, both through training and experience on the job.

The salary range at the top of this announcement encompasses entry at CST I level to maximum at CST II level.

Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This position is listed as "open continuous." Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed, and qualified applicants referred on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your application is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The application process will close when the position has been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.