Collections & Distribution Reliability Engineer & SCADA Technician

We are hiring on behalf of our client, a leading organization in the wastewater utilities industry, for a Collections & Distribution Reliability Engineer & SCADA Technician. This role is essential in supporting the reliability and efficiency of critical infrastructure through proactive maintenance, system planning, and SCADA operations.

Position Overview

The Collections & Distribution Reliability Engineer & SCADA Technician is responsible for coordinating the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to ensure reliability of equipment and systems within the Collections & Distribution Department. This includes managing preventative maintenance programs, analyzing data to drive reliability improvements, and overseeing SCADA systems for real-time data collection and operator interface.

This position requires flexibility, with potential overtime, on-call responsibilities, and availability during nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the department’s critical spare parts inventory, including procurement, restocking, and repair coordination.

• Oversee lift station and pump workflows, ensuring timely replacement, repair, and restocking while reporting deficiencies.

• Develop, monitor, and update Preventative Maintenance (PM) programs and provide recommendations for improvement.

• Act as planner for corrective and breakdown work orders, applying root cause analysis to drive efficiency.

• Draft system shutdown and bypass plans in collaboration with leadership and engineering teams.

• Review department work orders for accuracy, compliance, and completion.

• Provide monthly reports on departmental performance, including PM compliance, critical spares, and CMMS utilization.

• Support SCADA development, implementation, and troubleshooting in collaboration with technical staff.

• Serve as essential personnel during emergencies, with ability to step in for leadership when needed.

• Participate in on-call schedules, overtime assignments, and emergency preparedness/recovery efforts.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• FW&PCOA Level III (Class “C”) Certification in Wastewater Collections and Wastewater Distribution, or ability to obtain within timeframe set by employer.

• Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.

• Advanced degree in engineering, maintenance reliability, or related field preferred.

• Industrial maintenance reliability certifications preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience with CMMS or related electronic maintenance systems.

• At least 3 years’ maintenance reliability experience, with strong mechanical aptitude.

• Intermediate to advanced VTSCADA training with some programming knowledge.

• Experience with data analysis and reporting platforms such as Microsoft Power BI.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of wastewater collections and distribution systems, including federal and state regulations.

• Proficiency in computer hardware, networking, PLCs, and SCADA/client-server systems.

• Highly organized with strong project management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Effective time management and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication, with professionalism in working with staff and the public.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles (5S, KPIs, root cause analysis) is a plus.

Other Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

• Valid Florida driver’s license; ability to obtain a Florida Class B CDL within one year of hire.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.

Physical Demands

This role involves physical activity typical of field engineering and utility work.