Job Description

WWW Industrial Controls System Administrator - (13753)

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by visiting the following link (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545). All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs professional work to implement, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial control systems supporting multi-utility operations (water, wastewater, reclaimed water, purified water, and district energy), including PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and industrial communications networks. Applies established standards and procedures to configure, test, and support system components, resolve operational issues, and assist with system integrations across field devices, control platforms, and communication infrastructure. Supports system upgrades, maintains accurate documentation, and assists with the administration and maintenance of control system infrastructure, including servers, workstations, network switches, and patching activities. Works closely with operations and maintenance staff to diagnose issues and maintain reliable, secure, and consistent system performance. EXAMPLES OF PROFESSIONAL WORK: Interpret controls narratives to develop and modify PLC logic for process control applications using ladder logic and function block programming. Commission, test, and troubleshoot field control panels, PLCs, and remote I/O devices in active plant environments. Build and maintain HMI screens for SCADA systems such as Siemens WinCC, GE iFix, or any other applicable platform, based on process requirements. Assist other crafts in installing and configuring analog and digital instrumentation (e.g., flow meters, level sensors, pressure transmitters). Assist other crafts to perform loop checks, sensor calibrations, and system validation in collaboration with field staff. Support wireless (licensed, unlicensed, cellular, and microwave) telemetry systems for remote site monitoring and control. Diagnose and correct network communication issues between field devices, PLCs, and SCADA systems. Maintain control system servers and associated infrastructure, including monitoring performance, storage capacity, and backup integrity to ensure system availability. Assist in configuring Layer 2 switches and managing static IP assignments for OT equipment. Respond to process control alarms and perform real-time troubleshooting alongside operations teams. Document and revise control system logic, field wiring changes, and configuration settings. Provide support for SCADA database maintenance, including tag management and alarm configuration. Coordinate with contractors and integrators during plant upgrades and new control system installations. Perform preventive maintenance and firmware updates on field PLC hardware and radio modems. Support operational resilience through periodic failover testing and routine system checks. Establish, modify, and remove control system user access in accordance with cybersecurity standards, operational requirements, and access control procedures. Maintain an accurate inventory of control system hardware and associated assets to support maintenance, lifecycle planning, and system reliability. Generate standardized reports from SCADA and historian databases to support operational visibility, compliance tracking, and enterprise information needs. Review control system project documentation, drawings, and vendor submittals for technical accuracy, completeness, and alignment with established standards. Provide technical cross-training to peers and other crafts to improve system understanding, troubleshooting capability, and safe work practices. Performs other job-related work as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

OPEN REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field and two (2) years of applicable professional experience in a large, centralized industrial control systems environment. -OR- Six (6) year combination of education, training, and progressively responsible experience in industrial control systems, including PLCs, SCADA/HMI systems, and industrial communication networks. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: A valid driver's license is required and must be maintained during employment in this classification. The minimum salary for this position is $77,625.60-$103,282.40 annually. Compensation will be determined based on education, licenses, certifications, skills, experience, and alignment with salaries for similar roles within the organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:SittingUp to 7 hours per dayLiftingUp to 2 hours per dayWalkingUp to 4 hours per day Up to 50 max. poundsStandingUp to 4 hours per dayPushingUp to 1 hour per dayBendingUp to 3 hours per day Up to 50 max. poundsSquattingUp to 2 hours per dayPullingUp to 1 hour per dayStoopingUp to 2 hours per day Up to 50 max. poundsReachingUp to 2 hours per dayClimbingUp to 1 hour per dayBalancingUp to 1 hour per dayStairsUp to 1 hour per dayTwistingUp to 1 hour per dayLadderWill not generally applyCrawlingUp to 2 hours per dayPolesWill not generally applyKneelingUp to 2 hours per dayOutdoorsWill not generally applyUnusual hearing or vision demands:None specified. Other physical demands or notes:JEA employees should not attempt to lift, pull, or push a load in excess of 50 lbs. without assistance. Care should always be taken when lifting, pushing, or pulling in an awkward position, when outdoors or walking in non-paved areas.Must possess sufficient strength and agility to perform lifting, climbing, and carrying of tools and equipment. Able to wear appropriate safety equipment; work at heights and perform arduous duties.

The starting salary for professional positions will be determined based on education, licenses, certifications, skills, experience, and alignment with salaries for similar roles within the organization. The starting hourly rate for positions with a pay step plan will be Step 1 of the corresponding union contract.

Work Locations

225 N Pearl Street

225 N Pearl Street

Jacksonville 32202

Job Posting

: Oct 20, 2026, 1:24:36 PM

Closing Date

: Nov 11, 2026, 4:59:00 AM