Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

13h • $28 - $39

About The Position

The Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator I position is responsible for supporting the efficient and reliable operations of our wastewater treatment plant instrumentation systems, as well as responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting process control systems including sensors, meters, and other field instrumentation.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in electronics technology instrumentation and process control or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of experience in the installation, calibration and maintenance of field instrumentation equipment and/or process control loops. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• OR: One year of experience with Pima County in an Instrumentation Process Control Specialist or closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment performing repair, maintenance, installation, operation or calibration of electronic instrumentation or industrial/laboratory process controls and instrumentation and working knowledge of PLC operation, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year experience with industrial instrumentation and process control, preferably in wastewater treatment, industrial automation, or a similar environment.
• Minimum one (1) year experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electronic instrumentation, sensors, transmitters, and automated control systems.
• Experience with/knowledge of flowmeters, pressure meters, chemical analyzers, liquid level sensors, motor operated valves, and/or turbidity meters.
• Experience with/knowledge of sensor calibration, process optimization, and regulatory compliance.
• Minimum one (1) year experience reading panel drawings, electrical schematics, and P&ID drawings.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with radio frequency or microwave telemetry networks.

Responsibilities

• Installs, calibrates, maintains, and repairs electronic instruments, sensors, flow meters, pressure transducers, and other field devices
• Maintains and troubleshoots PLC’s, HMI’s, and automated process control systems to ensure seamless operation
• Conducts diagnostics and data analysis to identify trends, optimize performance, and troubleshoot system inefficiencies
• Maintains communication networks, including radio and wireless systems, for remote process monitoring and control
• Develops and executes preventative and predictive maintenance programs for process control equipment and instrumentation
• Ensures compliance with safety protocols, operational standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintains detailed records of maintenance activities, configurations, and system modifications
• Collaborates with engineers, operators, and technicians to support system upgrades and process improvements

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree