City of Houston

Technical Hardware Analyst I/ Drinking Water Operations

City of Houston  •  $50k - $52k/yr  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 39481

Department: Houston Public Works

Job classification: TECHNICAL HARDWARE ANALYST I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works

Summary

Applications accepted from:

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations

Reporting Location: Various Locations*

Workdays & Hours: M - F, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Houston Public Works is seeking candidates who can:

  • Troubleshoot, maintain, manage, and upgrade existing instrumentation and low voltage electrical systems to ensure accuracy, effectiveness, and reliability.
  • Research and analyze cause of failures; repair, perform calibrations, replace, and install new equipment/components and related hardware to maximize functionality.
  • Perform preventive maintenance ensuring safe, clean, and continuous operating conditions.
  • Prepare and update various records, logs, and reports.
  • Respond to emergency calls during and after hours for various types of instrumentation and low voltage electrical failures and shutdowns.
  • Document and monitor work assignments in a Work Management System.
  • Research technical product specifications.
  • Inspects field locations to determine appropriate types and placement of instrumentation components for installation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position may involve considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on an occasional basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.

Examples of duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires an Associate's degree (two-year program) in a computer science, instrumentation, or electronics discipline or the equivalent, such as certification in a technical/specialty program of up to three years in duration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One year of experience in the design, installation, operation and/or maintenance of a computerized data network or industrial control system is required.

Relevant experience (as described above) may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT

May be required to obtain a valid class "C" or higher Texas Water or Wastewater Plant Operator's license within one year of employment.

Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in maintaining medium/low voltage systems, knowledge of electrical controls, or that hold an active Texas Electrical Journeyman License.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Supplemental information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 17

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-8085.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-8085 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

City of Houston

About City of Houston

Home to a respected and energetic cultural arts scene, celebrated restaurants featuring flavors from 35 countries, world-renowned theater groups and the brains behind U.S. space exploration, Houston is a diverse metropolis brimming with personality.

With nearly 21,000 concerts, plays, exhibitions and other arts programs presented in Houston annually, residents and visitors have access to a wide variety of cultural programs. On any given night, it's a safe bet that there's a show somewhere in Houston's Theater District. More than 2 million people visit the Downtown area each year to attend one of the city's world-class performances. Within the Museum District you will find eighteen world-class institutions, including the Menil Collection, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and the Houston Museum of Natural Science are clustered in this area, drawing a reported seven million visitors to the district each year.

Houston’s restaurant scene is as ethnically diverse as its 4 million residents. ForbesTraveler.com ranked Houston as one of the best restaurant cities in America. The city is jam-packed with more than 8,000 tempting eateries that feature culinary flavors from more than 35 countries.

With 56,405 acres of total park space, Houston rates first among the nation's 10 most populous cities in total acreage of park land. The 165 public and private golf courses around the city and teams in nearly every major professional sport keep sports fever high year-round.

The city also employs over 22,000 full-time staff to keep the city running. We are always looking for everyone from Engineers to IT Professionals, from entry level to executive level. Check back here for current postings, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cohcareers or on Twitter @COHCareers for all the up to date recruitment happenings!

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Year Founded
1836
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