Plant Instrumentation Technician

Salary : $49,670.40 - $93,350.40 Annually
Location : Lynchburg, VA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 03603
Department: Water Resources
Opening Date: 05/20/2026


Description


Do you want a job that makes a positive difference to the environment and the community? The Water Resources Department is seeking a Plant Instrumentation Technician to perform technical work in the installation, calibration, repair and maintenance of all electronic instrumentation of the Water Resource Recovery Facility and ancillary equipment, including SCADA systems, SCADA network, and laboratory equipment.

Essential Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Installs, repairs and calibrates instruments, equipment and components such as various meters, flow totalizers, recorders, electronic receivers, telemetry systems, electronic controllers and converters, SCADA network; etc.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains gas and fluid measurement devices, levels measurements, monitors; such as pH, CL2 analyzers, and other similar devices etc.
• Assists Plant Electrician with repairs, and maintains motors and components, conduits, wiring, switches and other parts of electrical/electronic equipment.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains telemetry to and from remote areas such as pump stations flow, level sensors, and read outs.
• Performs all necessary maintenance, modifications and backups to the plant SCADA system software, network, and data.
• Repairs and maintains programmable logic controllers and associated networking hardware/software.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains I/O racks.
• Maintains and updates copies of programs and ladder logic for record drawings.
• Advises supervisors of repair, maintenance, instrumentation needs and long range requirements.
• Purchase and recommends parts and supplies.
• Maintain stock of regular use parts and parts for emergency needs.
• Performs medium voltage (12,500 VAC) switching for PM repair work and nuisance trips.
• Coordinates and oversees work with contractors.
• Plans and coordinates work with contractors to perform work functions such as but not limited to, plant instrumentation / CCTV / HVAC / access control etc.
• Maintains a list of suppliers or contacts for parts and emergency repairs.
• Performs repairs on plant CCTV and Access Control etc.
• Supports plant maintenance staff as necessary (Instrumentation Tech, Electrician and Mechanics) plant operators and other plant staff .
• Responds to emergency calls.
• On call for evenings and weekend emergencies as scheduled.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
• Performs other tasks and functions as required.
• Assists other Department of Water Resources or City staff.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Education and Experience Required


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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience equivalent. Associate degree in Computer Technology or related field or equivalent, supplemented by courses in electronics or computer applications. Considerable experience in installation and maintenance of instrumentation, electrical equipment, Access Control and CCTV and other electronic components. Strong experience in control system networking, and experience with programming and maintenance of PLCs desirable.

Additional Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the repair and maintenance of electronic instruments and controls utilized in water and wastewater equipment;
• Thorough knowledge of the materials and equipment used in the electronic and the electrical trade;
• Thorough knowledge of security, Access Control and CCTV systems.
• Thorough knowledge of control system networking, including familiarity with switching, virtual machines, and computer hardware/software maintenance tasks.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and ability to comprehend and apply safety rules and regulations;
• Skill in the use and care of tools of the electrical and electronics trade;
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical diagrams and specifications;
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment practices and related SCADA systems;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers;
• Ability to communicate and record information in a clear and concise manner;
• Ability to oversee technical personnel;
• Possession of valid driver's license issued by Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record based on
• Ownership or approved access to a telephone;
• Relevant background checks must be completed and approved.
• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the City's goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);
    the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
  • Life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
  • Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
  • Paid Time Off
• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our and in the
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Describe in detail by giving examples your experience in computer programming, troubleshooting and repair of systems controls.
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What experience do you have in instrumentation and/or in the electrical field, give details of the type of equipment and operations for your experience
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Describe your work experience with SCADA(Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems) or similar automated process controllers.
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This position requires you to respond to emergencies during the weekends and evenings. Can you work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires you to work in less than desirable working conditions such as; odor, chemicals, high voltage and confined spaces. Describe your experience working in similar conditions.
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This position requires you to be on call during the weekends and evenings to respond to operation needs. You will be compensated while you are scheduled to be on call. Please advise if you are willing and available to meet the needs of on call the schedule.
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This position requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record history. I certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City of Lynchburg permission to obtain my Virginia Driving Record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Driver's License

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If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.
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(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record.You can email this information to View email address on click.appcast.io, or fax to View phone number on click.appcast.io or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.

• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Driver's License during the past 3 years.

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