Austin Water SCADA Analyst (O&M Support)

City of Austin, TX
Austin, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Nov 05, 2024
  • Full Time
  • Administrative Analysis and Research
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Job Description

    Minimum Qualifications
    Austin Water SCADA Analyst

    Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

    • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Mathematics plus two (2) years in a field related to SCADA or process control.
    • Experience may substitute education up to four (4) years.


    Licenses and Certifications Required:
    • Valid driver’s license.
    Notes to Applicants
    Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

    Retention Incentive Bonus

    This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000!

    $500 after 90 days

    $500 after 180 days

    $1,000 after 1 year

    $1,000 after 2 years

    When completing a City of Austin employment application:
    • Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
    • A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
    • A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.


    If you are selected for an interview:
    Your skills and competencies for this job will be assessed prior to being invited to a interview. Your skill level will be evaluated through an assessment. A passing score of 70% or better is required to be considered for the next step.

    If you are selected as a top candidate:
    • Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
    • If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.


    Driving Requirement:
    • This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
    • This position will be required to travel and report to other Austin Water worksites.


    Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
    Pay Range
    $35.50 - $45.27 per hour
    Hours
    • Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (with some flexibility)
    • Possibility of hybrid schedule based on business needs
    • This is an Essential Position, requiring on-call availability on a rotating basis and mandatory service in some situations, which will include nights, weekends, and holidays.
    Job Close Date 11/25/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Waller Creek Center 625 E. 10th St. Austin, TX 78701 Preferred Qualifications
    Preferred Experience:
    • Experience in installing, supporting and maintaining process control systems or supervisory control and data acquisition ( SCADA ) systems for water and wastewater industries or industrial control systems
    • Experience installing and configuring Human Machine Interface ( HMI ) software applications in process control systems
    • Experience in programming Programmable Logic Controllers ( PLC ) and/or Remote Terminal Units ( RTU ) in process control systems
    • Experience programming iFIX, Telvent Oasys, Viejo Designer, Modicon Concept, and Schneider Unity Pro/Control Expert
    • Experience in troubleshooting PLC based process control systems and/or instrumentation control loops
    • Experience installing and configuring wired and wireless network equipment associated with SCADA systems
    Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
    Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


    Supports 24/7 real-time control system integrity and ensure the highest operational reliability and system availability. This requires after hours on-call support to meet the response requirements for restoring the mission critical system. Assists with the daily operation and maintenance of the SCADA System, leads the daily maintenance of the facility Electronic Security system to accomplish the best system performance; communicates with dispatchers, engineers and field crews; performs trouble shooting, problem analysis and resolution as required. Conducts field inspections of electronic security systems. Coordinates and analyzes the real-time control system user’s request; develops and implements enhancements or modifications requested in a timely manner. Communicates activity status to customers and management. Enforces security policies and procedures by administering and monitoring data security profiles. Installs, configures and tests electronic security systems including; card access, intrusion detection and close circuit television ( CCTV ) devices and systems. Researches and performs sample analysis. Develops, analyzes, and generates engineering reports. Supports efforts to keep up with the latest developments in the water utility industry, to meet Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ), Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ), American Water Works Association ( AWWA ), Water Environment Federation ( WEF ) and Instrumentation Systems and Automation ( ISA ) standards and regulatory requirements. Writes technical and business documentation (including audit and training manuals). Updates, maintains, and documents security controls. Maintains stock and parts inventories and documentation for all systems. Configures and programs process control applications (Human Machine Interfaces), Programmable Logic Controllers ( PLC ) and Remote Terminal Unit ( RTU ) functions.

    Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
    • None.
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.


    • Ability to understand database design and application development.
    • Ability to work with Unix and Windows based systems.
    • Ability to perform systems testing of specification requirements.
    • Ability to understand and use standard application development design, report and
    • project management tools.
    • Ability to effectively participate in multiple projects or project capacities.
    • Ability to perform objective analyses and re-engineering of business processes to maximize quality service and cost-effectiveness.


    Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
    City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

    The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
    Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    * This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Mathematics plus two(2) years in a field related to SCADA or process control. Experience may substitute education up to four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
    • Yes
    • No
    * How many years of experience do you have troubleshooting PLC based process control systems and/or instrumentation control loops?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 - 3 years
    • 3 - 5 years
    • 5 - 8 years
    • Over 8 years
    * How many years of experience do you have installing and configuring wired and wireless network equipment, specifically which are associated with SCADA systems?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 - 3 years
    • 3 - 5 years
    • 5 - 8 years
    • Over 8 years
    * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver License or, if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver License by your hire date?
    • Yes
    • No
    * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?
    • Yes
    • No
    * The normally scheduled work hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This position is classified as “essential,” meaning you will be required to work on-call shifts during non-standard hours as part of a rotating on-call schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. Can you meet this requirement?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
    (Open Ended Question)


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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Austin
    • City of Austin

    The City of Austin

    This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017. 

    Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability. 

    The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum. 

    Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes. 

    There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone.

    City Government

    The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms. 

    The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin. 

    The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.

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