Controls Technician, Specialist, Sr.
Description
This position is an entry level position within the SCADA department. This position will assist with the installation and maintenance activities associated with field measurement instrumentation, advanced real-time data communication, and SCADA control to ensure optimum system operation and reliability. Assist with field repairs to rectify issues with RF, land-line, cellular, or WPLS communication systems. Assist with calibration tests to ensure field instrumentation, real-time controls and SCADA equipment are performing reliable and to manufacturer specifications, Company standards and regulatory guidelines. Auxiliary duties include assisting Controls Specialist and above with maintenance of electronic controls and equipment associated with Odorizers, electronic chart recorders, tap heaters, chromatographs, transmitters, phone modems and RTUs.
Job Responsibilities
Functional Expertise:
-Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair data communication systems using radio, landline, and cellular technology
-Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair data field communication auxiliary equipment such as radio antennas, modems, routers, and poll servers
-Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair SCADA RTU field equipment
-Ability to install, maintain, and calibrate field transmitters such as flow, pressure, and temperature units
-Conduct point to point commissioning of SCADA equipment with Gas Control to verify date accuracy
Business Acumen:
-Work towards understanding industry (AGA, SGA, etc.) calibration procedures as they relate to measurement and SCADA devices
-Complete daily work assignments and regional requirements
-Work towards the ability to analyze and interpret data to resolve issues and make process changes
Engagement:
-Collaborate with Gas Control and Real-time System Support to design and configure RTU's
-Become familiar with internal departments to meet company goals and build cohesive relationships.
-Assist with pipeline and measurement field personnel to correct measurement issues
-Assist with work tickets to resolve issues that are identified in the field for repair
Driving Results:
-Execute departmental metrics
-Assist Controls Specialist to ensure all regulatory requirements are met
-Maintain personal tools and parts inventory
-Become familiar with field equipment as needed and maintain records of equipment when replaced, installed or removed
-Assist in developing and reviewing best practices
Qualifications
Education, Certifications/Licenses:
Required:
oHighschool Education or Equivalent
Preferred:
Associates or 2 year technical degree in electronics
Related Work Experience:
Required:
oAbility to work with and learn from Controls Specialist and SCADA Engineers
Preferred:
oExperience working with data communication protocols i.e. WPLS, modems, land-lines, Modbus, IP, etc.
oExperience in SCADA field controls design, installation and maintenance
oExperience working with Fisher ROC or Bristol RTU/PLC
Specific Skills & Knowledge:
Required:
oAbility to use personal computer
oDemonstrated ability to learn the calibration and testing of instrumentation and SCADA control equipment using test equipment
oDemonstrated ability to assist in the installation and startup of new SCADA/control sites
oWorking in a team environment
Preferred:
oRadio/RF, TCIP addressing, SCADA addressing
oVerbal and written communication skills - highly competent
oReading Comprehension - highly competent
oTrouble shooting and problem analysis
oUsing and interpreting electronic instruments and tools to determine existing conditions for troubleshooting
oAs-building for pre and post design documentation
oBasic electrical distribution (12Volt, 24 Volt, 110 Volt)
oElectronic Controls Design ( 4 - 20 ma, 1 - 5 volts)
oReading and understanding electrical line diagrams and wiring schematics
oDemonstrated ability to supervise people
oComplete understanding of all aspects of measurement principles and application to control circuits
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
oInfrequent Traveler (0-5% travel)
oThe incumbent works in field.
oThis position requires the ability to lift 70 pounds.
oThis position occasionally requires the incumbent to bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Disclaimer:
This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.
Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
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Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Georgia-Central Georgia-Macon
Operating Company: Southern Company Gas
Other Locations: United States
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
Macon LNG - 258 Henderson Rd (258MACONCODE)
258 Henderson Rd
Macon, 31217
Req ID: ASC2000010
