Sarasota County Government
SCADA Specialist/ PLC Programmer
Sarasota County Government, Sarasota, Florida, United States, 34243
Department:
Public Utilities
Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
Do you have experience working with SCADA systems? In this role, you work in the analysis, development, implementation, support, and maintenance of computer-based information systems, software applications, computer hardware, projects, processes, and procedures to provide services to meet the needs of the County’s Public Utilities SCADA unit. Apply today!
Implement and Maintain HMI/SCADA applications.
Coordinate with Utilities Operation and Technical staff on trouble-call response and system enhancement requests.
Develop, test, enhance, and maintain SCADA software, hardware, and equipment.
Gather, review, and format data for reports, data processing, and presentations.
Review plans, specifications, and reports for accuracy and compliance with standards.
Assist with project administration, and work with outside contractors and developers.
Assist the Project Manager with the implementation of associated projects to enhance and fortify the SCADA system and network.
Write, test, and deploy HMIs, PLC programs MS, and SQL programs.
Provide general guidance to lesser experienced/trained team members during troubleshooting efforts and assigned tasks.
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. * On-Call Required
About You
Minimum Qualifications
A two (2) year degree in computer science or related field AND two (2) years with SCADA systems, radios, PLCs, Wonderware Galaxy environment.
-OR- a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business Administration, with some related experience.
-OR- Experience may substitute for formal education at the discretion of management.
A Valid Florida Driver's license at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with using PLC Programming and Allen Bradley Control Logix.
Experience working with SQL databases and Project Management training.
Experience troubleshooting and monitoring of electronic/electrical instrumentation equipment and/or IT technologies used in water and wastewater facilities, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Analog/Digital Converters, computers and peripherals, and electronic control mechanisms.
Experience and understanding of Ethernet and Cellular Networks.
Certification as Wonderware Developer.
Ability to read, interpret, and provide technical expertise on engineering schematics, specifications, and related documents.
Self-motivated, communicate effectively, and have the ability to make good decisions based on research, analysis, subject matter knowledge, experience, and SCADA best practices.
Two (2) years of related business work experience and use of related software programs.
General Knowledge and familiarity with:
Network functionality & troubleshooting.
Microsoft SharePoint.
Microsoft Remote Desktop/Terminal Services.
Microsoft SQL Server.
Rockwell PowerFlex, Software Thin Manager & Thin Client Configuration.
Wonderware System Platform including Application Server, InTouch Managed HMI Applications, Historian Client, OI Servers, and License Management.
Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $26.72 - $34.50, based on experience.
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents (http://www.scgov.net/home/showpublisheddocument/66596/638617478290291353) . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)
U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)
Benefits:
Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net (https://www.scgov.net/government/human-resources/employee-health-and-benefits) for additional information.
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)
A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.
We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.
Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.
A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance).
Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.
Public Utilities
Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
Do you have experience working with SCADA systems? In this role, you work in the analysis, development, implementation, support, and maintenance of computer-based information systems, software applications, computer hardware, projects, processes, and procedures to provide services to meet the needs of the County’s Public Utilities SCADA unit. Apply today!
Implement and Maintain HMI/SCADA applications.
Coordinate with Utilities Operation and Technical staff on trouble-call response and system enhancement requests.
Develop, test, enhance, and maintain SCADA software, hardware, and equipment.
Gather, review, and format data for reports, data processing, and presentations.
Review plans, specifications, and reports for accuracy and compliance with standards.
Assist with project administration, and work with outside contractors and developers.
Assist the Project Manager with the implementation of associated projects to enhance and fortify the SCADA system and network.
Write, test, and deploy HMIs, PLC programs MS, and SQL programs.
Provide general guidance to lesser experienced/trained team members during troubleshooting efforts and assigned tasks.
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. * On-Call Required
About You
Minimum Qualifications
A two (2) year degree in computer science or related field AND two (2) years with SCADA systems, radios, PLCs, Wonderware Galaxy environment.
-OR- a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business Administration, with some related experience.
-OR- Experience may substitute for formal education at the discretion of management.
A Valid Florida Driver's license at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with using PLC Programming and Allen Bradley Control Logix.
Experience working with SQL databases and Project Management training.
Experience troubleshooting and monitoring of electronic/electrical instrumentation equipment and/or IT technologies used in water and wastewater facilities, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Analog/Digital Converters, computers and peripherals, and electronic control mechanisms.
Experience and understanding of Ethernet and Cellular Networks.
Certification as Wonderware Developer.
Ability to read, interpret, and provide technical expertise on engineering schematics, specifications, and related documents.
Self-motivated, communicate effectively, and have the ability to make good decisions based on research, analysis, subject matter knowledge, experience, and SCADA best practices.
Two (2) years of related business work experience and use of related software programs.
General Knowledge and familiarity with:
Network functionality & troubleshooting.
Microsoft SharePoint.
Microsoft Remote Desktop/Terminal Services.
Microsoft SQL Server.
Rockwell PowerFlex, Software Thin Manager & Thin Client Configuration.
Wonderware System Platform including Application Server, InTouch Managed HMI Applications, Historian Client, OI Servers, and License Management.
Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $26.72 - $34.50, based on experience.
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents (http://www.scgov.net/home/showpublisheddocument/66596/638617478290291353) . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)
U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)
Benefits:
Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net (https://www.scgov.net/government/human-resources/employee-health-and-benefits) for additional information.
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)
A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.
We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.
Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.
A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance).
Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.