PASCO - PLC HMI Electrical Technician

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.

Aquatech has an immediate need for a fulltime Instrument Controls PLC Technician to work in our Paco, WA location. The hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. The Instrument Controls PLC Technician will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered a Non Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will be able to troubleshoot and be highly organized, dependable, and team-oriented This candidate will also know industrial water treatment plants

Starting Rate of Pay:

• $37.00 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) Year Technical School Degree (Preferred) OR
• Three (3) years of relevant experience.
• This is safety sensitive position and will require a pre-employment 5 Panel Test.

Job Description:

• Maintenance of PLC and HMI for machine-mounted controls
• Troubleshooting of electrical equipment such as motors, variable frequency drives, MCC, etc.
• Continuity, Megger or group, and fault testing
• Calibration of instruments and valve positioners
• Advise on spare parts maintenance and inventory
• Prepare calibration and maintenance reports
• Act as a backup operator in case of emergency
• Assist the plant supervisor in mechanical maintenance when feasible
• Housekeeping duties as needed

Skill Requirements:

• Ability to troubleshoot and debug Programmable Logic Controllers and HMI
• Ability to handle modern instrumentation and control equipment such as transmitters, automatic valves, analyzers, sensors, VFD
• Ability to monitor the performance of rotating equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and maintain a positive attitude and good organizational skills
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks or projects
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Attention to detail and team player
• Ideal candidates will have operating and troubleshooting experience at an industrial water treatment plants with one or more of the following technologies: Pre- treatment (P.T), Demineralization (DM), Reverse Osmosis (RO), Ultra-filtration, EDI, Thermal Desalination and Zero-Liquid Discharge.

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands:

Lifting/carrying/moving 50 lbs, may need to climb ladders cannot be afraid of heights, and will need

To wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while on site. Involves sitting at a desk for extended periods. Needs a high degree of concentration in a busy area.

Qualifications / Experience

• Two (2) Year Technical School Degree (Preferred) OR
• Three (3) years of relevant experience.
• This is safety sensitive position and will require a pre-employment 5 Panel Test.