Instrumentation Specialist
Date Posted: September 15, 2026 | End Date: October 15, 2026
County: York County
Job Type: Water & Wastewater
Class Title: Instrumentation Specialist Org: 50070
FLSA: Non-Exempt Obj: 500133
Job Class: WW70 Date: 9/2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Instrumentation Specialist
SUMMARY:
The Instrumentation Specialist is an essential member of the plant staff primarily performing tasks associated with the proper operation and maintenance of the facility. This position performs a variety of skilled and semiskilled technical and physical tasks in the operation, repair, and maintenance of the Saco Water Resource Recovery Facility.
SUPERVISON RECEIVED:
Direct supervision is received from the Director and Deputy Director subject to applicable City Ordinances and all State and Federal regulations.
SUPERVISON EXERCISED:
Provides technical assistance and supervision over temporary/seasonal employees where scope is limited to direction, guidance, and explanation.
COMPETENCIES:
- Problem Solving
- Safety Conscious
- Analytical
- Task Oriented
- Excellent Written and Communication Skills
- Independent Responsibility
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works closely with the Director, Deputy Director and other plant personnel to plan and coordinate routine operational activities.
- Works closely with the Director, Deputy Director and all other plant personnel on duty to maintain effective and open communication and cooperation between operations and maintenance staff.
- Assists supervisory staff with scheduling, costing and controlling corrective and preventative maintenance activities; as required.
- Maintains effective coordination and communication in daily operations and maintenance activities at the Water Resource Recovery Facility and pump stations by monitoring and reporting on signs of equipment problems, investigating and correcting minor functional problems, initiating work requests to maintenance staff and directing a change in equipment to prevent potential damage.
- Directs and participates in the maintenance, overhauls, modification and repair of electrical systems used in wastewater processing and treatment.
- Directs and participates in the maintenance, overhaul, modification and repair of electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic instruments and controls used in water and wastewater treatment, processing and distribution.
- Programs PLC and SCADA controls.
- Determines and documents proper procedures for maintenance and repair of instruments, controls and electrical systems used.
- Assures that the electrical systems are maintained and repaired properly to provide reliability and safety.
- Maintains up-to-date documentation for all instrumentation circuits and electrical equipment.
- Assists in the ordering of materials and parts for the maintenance, repair, modification and overhaul of instruments, controls and electrical systems.
- Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electromechanical machinery and equipment, treatment facility buildings, pump stations, structures and grounds.
- Replaces all wearable and replaceable parts in pumps and other equipment.
- Cleans pipes and performs other plumbing and pipefitting tasks.
- Installs and sets up new equipment.
- Updates and maintains detailed maintenance/equipment records of all work completed within the CMMS system.
- Updates and maintains plant and pump station Standard Operating Procedures.
- Establishes, updates and maintains a spare parts inventory program.
- Maintains departmental tools in good working order.
- Paints, cleans, and maintains various processing equipment, treatment buildings, and plant grounds as required.
- Operates sludge processing equipment and mixes required chemicals.
- Performs lab analysis associated with sludge processing.
- Maintains logs and bench sheets; enters data into computer spread sheets; and reads and records meter and gauge readings.
- Performs inspection and monitoring of plant and pump stations.
- Acquires and forwards current Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals and substances associated with this position to the Lead Operator.
- Performs custodial, grounds-keeping and snow removal duties as required.
- Operates motor vehicles, hoists and portable equipment as required.
- Performs maintenance duties in a safe manner. Ensures that safety instruments and equipment are maintained in proper working order, cleaned and stored properly.
- Performs weekend and holiday facility inspections and responds to emergency alarms.
- Assists in non-routine projects as assigned.
- Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of equipment, facilities, processes, methods, and procedures used in wastewater treatment plant maintenance and operation activities;
- Considerable mechanical and electrical skills;
- Basic carpentry and pipe-fitting skills;
- Skilled in the use of excel and word;
- Ability to perform process control calculations;
- Ability to work safely;
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
- Competency in word processing, spreadsheets and operational software.
OTHER DUTIES:
This job description is not designed to cover, or contain, a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School graduate or equivalent or;
- Two (2) years of experience in a wastewater utility or any equivalent combination of education and experience totaling two (2) years.
License/Certifications
- Valid State of Maine Driver’s License required
- Master Electrician’s License preferred
- Valid Maine Grade II Wastewater Operator’s License (within 6 months of hire).
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Motor vehicles, generators, pumps, gauges, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, painting equipment, gas or atmospheric detection devices, mobile radio, phone, calculator, computers, equipment controls, and a variety of laboratory and analytical equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires full range of body motion, to include bending at waist and full use of all extremities and back muscles. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with limitations to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high levels of noise. Some instances require working in noisy environments and include, but are not limited to, roadways, in equipment and on construction sites. Employees are often required to work in inclement weather conditions, such as winter for snow removal.
SELECTION GUIDELINES:
Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check, and job-related tests may be required.
OFFERS MADE:
Offers made are contingent upon passing a background, physical and drug test.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Saco is strongly committed to diversity in its workforce. We are an affirmative action / equal employment opportunity employer.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
A complete application will include the employment application, letter of intent, resume, and references. Applications and questions may be submitted to [email protected].
Please visit our website to apply: http://www.sacomaine.org/departments/human_resources/job_opportunities.php