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Maintenance Technician (Pumps)

Maintenance Technician (Pumps)
Micro Tech Staffing Group
Posted:
Location: Quincy, Ma

Pay scale: $32-42/hr
Schedule: Monday – Friday 6 am – 2:30 pm

Performs installations, inspections, repairs, surveillance, monitoring, and preventative and corrective maintenance on
Station facilities equipment, systems, and structures as necessary to ensure the safe, efficient and dependable operation
of the plant. Performs these activities on individual components as well as complex systems, equipment, and structures.
Performs work under limited supervision dependent on training completed and demonstrated ability. Assignments may
be in an area associated with activities such as scaffolding, locksmith, tool control, lubrication oil control, tooling repairs
or tool/rigging inspections and clean-up activities.

Key Areas of Responsibility
 Working under the direction and supervision of others, perform preventative maintenance on any of the following
operating systems: hydrolysis, distillation, fractionation, separations, logistics, or utilities.
 Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and assist in the diagnosis of malfunctions.
 Read work orders or blueprint drawings or P&ID's to understand the issue and to determine required repairs.
 Assist in the repairs to valves, pumps, and steam traps.
 Reassemble repaired pumps to specified requirements, using hand tools.
 Use proper mechanical and power equipment/tools.
 Assist with process equipment assembly and installation.
 Perform lubrication on equipment as needed and directed.
 Perform flange work as directed.
 Complete data entry into the work order system as required.
 Maintains a thorough working knowledge of, and performs work activities according to established practices,
procedures, programs, and codes.
 Performs preventive and corrective maintenance, lubrication, surveillance, and equipment calibration programs.
 Prepares and maintains related reports, logs, records, and historical data, as assigned.
 Recommends changes to existing maintenance methods, procedures, predictive maintenance, and applications to
improve overall Station activities. -May provide direction and guidance to other Services technicians or craft.
 Assists in maintaining necessary tools, equipment, spare parts associated with the maintenance of the Station
Facilities and systems.
 Participates in and completes plant and Maintenance Services Department training; maintains proficiency in primary
craft and second assigned craft specialty.
 Performs rigging in support of the movement of equipment and materials.
 Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the Station's tagging and lockout tagging program.
 Prepares and assists in the preparation and revision of detailed training, programs, procedures, and PMs for the
Maintenance Services Department as assigned.
 Recommends to Maintenance Services supervision the termination of any maintenance activity, which is not being
carried out per applicable procedures, specifications, regulations, requirements, or accepted practices.
 Recommends to Maintenance Services supervision the termination of any activity, which jeopardizes personnel
safety, equipment safety, or continued plant operations.
 Responsible for snow removal or the overseeing of snow removal.
 Responsible for maintaining the tool cribs and lube oil shop on site.
 Required to participate in significant outages, when assigned, by performing a designated outage position, and
maintaining required training qualifications. An outage assignment may involve shift work and/or working extended
hours.

Qualifications
 High school graduate/GED
 Post-secondary certificate in Mechanic & Repair Technologies a plus
 Successful completion of skills assessment
 Ability and proficiency in using: hand tools, power and shop tools, torque wrenches, torches, etc.
 Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance/bridge
port-Lathe experience a plus
 Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety
 Equipment Maintenance — performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what
kind of support is needed
 Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools
 Troubleshooting — determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
 Critical Thinking — using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions,
conclusions, or approaches to problems
 Equipment Selection — determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
 Ability to work independently with little direction
 Communication and information sharing to ensure safe working conditions
 Comfortable working in a dirty work environment

How to Apply

Please send updated resume

Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager
Micro Tech Staffing
Posted:
Location: Foxboro, MA

1st shift - Direct hire - $120-140k/yr

A local sheetmetal fabrication company is seeking a Facilities/Maintenance Manager to join their team! The current Manager is retiring after many years with the company, seeking his replacement. Description below:

The corporate HQ is 130k sq ft. Several other locations throughout the Eastern seaboard, however travel to these locations is not required.
5 direct reports (3 Maintenance Techs, Purchasing Agent and Executive Assistant)
90 employees total in facility
Company grew 24% last year with more growth projected in 2026

• Office & Plant Oversight: 90% of the role involves desk work (troubleshooting, quoting, coordinating projects), with 10% spent on-site managing issues like equipment downtime or facility concerns (roof leaks, HVAC, landscaping).
• Escalation Point: The manager will act as the escalation point for issues at branch locations, particularly when machines are down. They’ll help troubleshoot remotely or lead the troubleshooting efforts.
• Hands-On Approach: This is a “roll-up-your-sleeves” role. The manager should be willing to handle tasks directly before seeking external assistance, but will also coordinate with local trades (e.g., electricians, forklift mechanics, HVAC companies) as needed.
• Vendor Coordination: Responsibilities include managing bids/quotes for projects, ranging from minor equipment repairs (forklifts) to major renovations (roof replacements).
• Fleet & Lease Management: The manager will coordinate fleet maintenance (trucks, box trucks) and oversee lease agreements and inspections.

How to Apply

Please apply your updated resume.

Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Facilities and Maintenance Manager
Bird-Johnson Propeller Company, LLC
Posted:
Location: Walpole, MA

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance and Facility Manager to oversee the maintenance, repair, and optimization of all equipment, machinery, and facilities at our manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our operations, with a particular focus on maintaining and improving the performance of 10 CNC machines and other plant equipment. This position also involves managing facility infrastructure, safety & security compliance, and utility systems to support a safe, efficient, and well-maintained production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Responsibilities:

CNC Machine Maintenance:
Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all CNC and production machines to minimize downtime.
Supervise & manage the need to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues with CNC machines.
Coordinate with machine vendors or service providers as needed to support machine uptime.
Equipment and Machinery:
Oversee maintenance and repair of all manufacturing equipment, auxiliary systems, and tools.
Maintain detailed maintenance logs and ensure all work complies with OEM specifications and safety standards.
Evaluate and implement upgrades or modifications to improve productivity and machine performance.
Implement and maintain site wide CMMS (computerized maintenance management system)
Spare Parts Management:
Manage inventory of critical spare parts and supplies to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
Source and negotiate with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services.
Emergency Repairs:
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns or facility emergencies and resolve issues to minimize production impact.
Facility Management Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Maintenance:
Oversee building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and lighting, ensuring they are in proper working order.
Schedule and manage inspections, certifications, and maintenance for all facility systems.
Ensure uninterrupted operation of critical utilities to support production demands.
Safety & Security Compliance:
Ensure compliance with OSHA, fire safety, and other regulatory standards for equipment and facilities.
Collaborate with the safety team to identify and address potential hazards.
Support security compliance and physical Security systems.
Vendor and Contractor Management:
Coordinate with external contractors for facility repairs, cleaning, landscaping, snow management and waste.
Monitor contractor performance to ensure quality and adherence to timelines & cost effectiveness.
CAEPX & Budget Management
Maintain the facilities & maintenance budget year to year which includes extensive use of the indirect purchasing system.
Assist with cost tracking initiatives and look for any cost savings where possible.
Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Facilities Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of 3 years of experience in management roles, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of CNC machinery operation, maintenance, and repair processes.
Ability to pass Security Clearance as needed for the role
Skills and Competencies:

Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and maintenance planning tools.
Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA and other safety regulations.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities to manage a team and collaborate across departments.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings and blueprints.
Certifications (Preferred):

HVAC, electrical, or other trade certifications.
Project Management Professional
Working Conditions:

Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
On-call availability for emergency repairs or facility issues outside regular working hours.
Job Details
Job Function
Operations
Pay Type
Salary
Hiring Min Rate
117,619 USD
Hiring Max Rate
176,000 USD

1st or 2nd Class Massachusetts Engineer License

1st or 2nd Class Massachusetts Engineer License
Professional Search, inc.
Posted:
Location: Southwest of Boston

1st or 2nd Class Engineer required to handle Shift Work. Experience with Gas Turbine, Co-Generation or Trash to Energy would be acceptable. Leadership and training skills are required to teach and train personnel assigned to you on equipment operation. Salary depending on experience would be as high as $150,000 + $20,000 Sign on Bonus + Excellent benefit package. MA Maritime Graduates Encourage to apply.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates please submit resumes to Michael Gates - Email: mgates@professionalsearchinc.com

Shift Supervisor

Shift Supervisor
Professional Search, inc.
Posted:
Location: CT

Shift Supervisor will be responsible for training all personnel assigned to the Shift. Leadership skills required and Power Plant Operations experience. Position required 12 hour rotating shift schedule and flexibility. Salary $150,000 + $5,000 Sign on bonus + generous benefit package. NO LICENSE REQUIRED.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates please submit resume to Michael Gates - Email: mgates@professionalsearchinc.com - Phone 413-455-1427

HVAC Maintenance Mechanic II

HVAC Maintenance Mechanic II
Peabody Essex Museum
Posted:
Location: Salem, MA

The Peabody Essex Museum is hiring a highly skilled, full-time HVAC Maintenance Mechanic II. This critical role involves comprehensive installation, preventative, and corrective maintenance and repair of diverse HVAC equipment and mechanical plant systems to ensure high-efficiency operation and reliability. This physically demanding role requires the safe use of standard and diagnostic tools (ladders, man lifts, etc.). Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work extended periods standing, walking, bending, and climbing in various conditions (loud, temperature extremes).

Work Schedule and Availability:

Full-time (40 hours/week), typically 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. Requires scheduled/unscheduled overtime and occasional weekend/off-hour rotational or as-needed on-call/emergency response.
Key Responsibilities and Equipment Focus:

Boiler and Steam Systems: Service, troubleshoot, and maintain residential/commercial oil burners and low-pressure commercial steam boilers (<150 bhp), including steam traps and condensate systems.

Chiller and Cooling Systems: Perform maintenance and complex repairs on centrifugal chillers and monitor/treat associated cooling towers.

Air Handling and Rooftop Units: Service, troubleshoot, and repair large packaged rooftop units (up to and above 10 tons), VAV systems, and air handling equipment.

General Plant Equipment: Maintain and repair various other essential mechanical plant systems.

Qualifications and Experience:

Licensure: Current and valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician's License and a valid Massachusetts driver's license are required. Must be able to complete and pass a D.O.T. physical exam to operate museum fleet vehicles.

Highly Preferred Certifications (Desirable): Massachusetts 1st Class Fireman’s License, Pipefitter’s License, and/or NATE Certification.

Experience: Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible, hands-on experience in commercial/industrial HVAC/R. Along with direct experience and practical knowledge in BAS operation, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting. Specific familiarity with Schneider Electric’s StruxureWare and/or Johnson Controls Metasys systems.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent and a certificate/diploma from a recognized technical institution (two-year program in refrigeration and heating technology).

Technical Acumen: Excellent problem-solving/diagnostic skills; proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals; ability to use standard computer software for documentation.

Attitude: Professional, proactive, and collaborative "can-do" attitude.

The hourly rate for this role is $32.00 to $40.58 commensurate with experience.

PEM strives to create a community of belonging that draws upon the widest pool of talent, embracing individuals of all backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We seek candidates who can contribute to helping us achieve our goals and encourage you to apply for our open positions identifying the contributions you can make.

PEM considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to Apply

1st or 2nd Class Massachusetts Engineer License

1st or 2nd Class Massachusetts Engineer License
Professional Search, inc.
Posted:
Location: Northwest of Boston

Massachusetts 1st or 2nd Class Licensed Engineer. Position that would be assumed would be a Shift Supervisor. Shift Supervisor is required to train personnel on assigned shift in the Power Plant Operations of equipment under their responsibility. Leadership and Team building skills required. Salary for this opportunity is $150,000 + $20,000 Sign On Bonus + and excellent benefit package.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates please submit resumes to Michael Gates - Email: mgates@professionalsearchinc.com - phone 413-455-1247

Control Room Operator

Control Room Operator
Enel North America
Posted:
Location: Andover MA

Who We Are:
Enel North America is a proven renewables leader delivering clean, flexible and sustainable energy solutions.
As part of the Enel Group, we develop, build, own and operate renewable power plants and demand response solutions, with over 11 gigawatts (GW) of installed wind and solar capacity, over 1 GW of energy storage and nearly 5 GW of demand response in the US and Canada.
For nearly 25 years, we've reliably powered modern life and driven climate action with our people, partners and communities by putting sustainability at the center of everything we do. Enel is a top-five industry leader for clean power capacity in the US, demand response in North America and utility-scale battery storage in Texas.
We are a smart and passionate team working together to build the Enel North America that we want for the long-term – one that is founded on strong financial, social and environmental values. Being on our team means being part of lasting progress to create a thriving and more sustainable world for our climate and communities. It means valuing safety, trust, innovation, proactivity, flexibility and respect in all we do. Our vision is ambitious, and we'll get there together.

The Opportunity: 
Enel Green Power North America (EGPNA) is seeking motivated and diligent individuals for the Real Time Operator position at its 24-hour Control Center in Andover, Mass. The Real Time Operator is responsible for the real-time remote monitoring and operation of the EGPNA generation fleet, comprised of various technologies and locations. The Real Time Operator will report to the Control Room Operations Manager, and upon qualification, will participate in a rotating shiftwork schedule as a part of the process to cover the position 24x7x365.


What You'll Do at Enel North America: 
Operating the EGPNA generation assets in a manner that meets or exceeds all applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
Verifying the safe and effective operation of the EGPNA Power Plant portfolio, including ancillary and Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment as assigned, through the detection of alarms, changes in parameters, outages, anomalies, and abnormal conditions, to maintain stable and efficient operations
Identify basic abnormal operations for undocumented situations by using basic critical thinking and react appropriately to maintain safe and effective operation.
Remotely operating the EGPNA Power Plant portfolio, including ancillary and Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment as assigned, including hydroelectric, wind and solar portfolios, and optimize operations based on defined procedures to maximize generation while satisfying all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborating with regional transmission operators, and local operations and maintenance personnel to implement scheduled maintenance plans, and to restore generation following unexpected disruptions in normal operations
Reacting to directives and abnormal conditions immediately in accordance with EGPNA processes and Standard Operating Procedures, in order to guarantee safe and compliant operations
Recording data, log information and compile and distribute reports as required.
Acting proactively using core operator fundamentals by anticipating critical conditions, checking status based on all parameters available, identifying abnormal situations not necessarily captured by an alarm, etc.
Maintaining continuous coverage and responsibility while on-duty, remaining alert and attentive and ready and able to respond to any normal or emergency situation
Completing required internal and external training requirements, including any NERC required training and certifications, and ISO/RTO required training and certifications.


Who You Are: 
Availability to work rotating shift work, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays.
Availability to fill scheduled and unscheduled job vacancies is required.
Willingness and ability to complete an extensive in-house training program as well as NERC or ISO equivalent certification programs in order to pass a certification exam and/or meet industry requirements and subsequently maintain these qualifications, as required.
Basic knowledge of AC electrical generation and high voltage transmission processes.
Advanced computer skills including experience in SCADA system operations, MS Office Suite
Ability to travel to remote sites for work or training activities including over-night trips, if required
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast pace environment and to adapt quickly to changing priorities, as well as be accepting of change management
Rigorous integrity and determination in the execution of work, with an ability to manage multiple and potentially conflicting priorities
Analytical abilities to collect, evaluate numerical data and complete both internal and external reporting
Experience in data visualization/analytic software (OSISoft PI, SAS, PowerBI)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What You've Accomplished: 
A minimum of a 2-year degree in Electrical Technology/Engineering (Bachelor’s degree preferred) or the ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge through related course work and/or experience is required.
Experience in advanced control room operation, preferably in a field related to power generation - experience and knowledge related to regulatory compliance (NERC, ISO, etc.) is desirable

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 
Enel North America is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information. We will not discriminate, in any employment decision, against any individual or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veterans/national guard/military reserve status. This shall be done in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in every location in which Enel North America has facilities. Enel North America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Accessibility – If you require accessibility assistance applying for open positions please contact EnelApplication@enel.com. 

What Enel North America Offers You: 
The pay range for this position is $36.42 to $54.64 hourly. The base pay actually offered will be based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, work experience, education, and internal equity. At Enel, base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Please see below for additional information on Enel North America rewards.
Enel North America offers its regular full-time employees affordable, quality healthcare for you and your family, life insurance and disability benefits to provide security, and retirement benefits to help you plan for your financial future. In addition, we offer an array of other benefits such as flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement and professional development allowance. 
Benefits are effective as of day one! 
Some additional perks to working with Enel North America include: 
401k with match fully vested as of day one. Enel-NA matches 100% of the first 4% that you contribute up to set IRS limits. 
Generous PTO that supports work/life balance including: 4 weeks annually of vacation as well as personal days, volunteer days, your birthday off, paid holidays, and sick time. Proration may apply during first year of employment. 
Paid leave programs 
The opportunity to grow and develop your career with the support and mentorship of senior leaders. 
The opportunity to work for one of the world’s most recognizable and respected brands in the energy industry that believes by working together we can create a new energy era in which the world can become more sustainable. 
An employee’s eligibility for these benefits shall be subject to the governing documents for such plans and programs and/or company policy.  The benefits described above may be modified or eliminated with or without notice in accordance with the governing documents and applicable law. 

Boiler Operator

Posted:
Location: Cambridge, MA

About UG2:
Founded in 2012, UG2 is privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. At UG2, we set the standard in facility services through our relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. We take pride in exceeding client expectations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Every team member is integral to shaping our strategy and driving our mission. By embodying our commitment to service excellence, they directly contribute to UG2's growth and our reputation for delivering unparalleled results in a client-focused industry.

The Boiler Mechanic is responsible for the operation, maintenance, renovation, and repair of boiler systems within a facility. They ensure that these systems are functioning safely and effectively, in compliance with all local and national codes. The Boiler Mechanic plays a crucial role in maintaining the facility's heat generation and distribution infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities:
Installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of boiler systems within the facility.
Calibration and regular adjustment of boiler system controls to maximize efficiency.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving for operational and functional boiler system issues.
Responding promptly to service calls and requests related to boiler system issues.
Collaborating with other tradespeople, suppliers, and inspectors to ensure correct project work and code compliance.
Staying updated on changes in field safety and boiler codes.
Maintaining clear communication with the facility manager, team members, and other relevant parties about work performed and the present status of projects.

Key Interactions:
Engage with all leaders and stakeholders.
Engage with all employees organizationally as needed.
Engage with customers and clients.
Requirements (Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Education and/or Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent, plus vocational training or apprenticeship, and five years of related experience.
Knowledge of local boiler codes and regulations is required.
Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools.
Excellent understanding of boiler systems, including the ability to read system diagrams and troubleshoot issues.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

Physical Demands:
The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and perform physical labor related to boiler system maintenance and repair.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Possible frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places and outside weather conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Availability to respond to after-hours emergencies as necessary.

How to Apply

Click on the link below to apply OR contact Erika Colon, Corporate Recruiter at erika.colon@ug2.com or 617-480-1497.

https://myjobs.adp.com/ug2/cx/job-listing?keyword=Boiler

Program Manager, PICS

Posted:
Location: Boston, MA

Program Manager, PICS
*This position has been designated as essential in instances where the MWRA Executive Director requires essential personnel to report to work such as inclement weather or other emergencies.

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Summary:

Supports and maintains all aspects of the Deer Island Treatment Plant (DITP) process instrumentation and control system (PICS) Operational Technology (OT) networks with software and system backups along with hardware maintenance. Will be a primary resource for the technology that underlies the DITP PICS which is used to control and monitor wastewater treatment processes at the DITP. The PICS system is a distributed control system (DCS) normally found in the fluid process industries.

Posting Period: 12/22/2025 to 1/13/2026

Location: Deer Island (Winthrop), MA

Salary: $111,917.92 - $156,740.65 Annually $2,152.27 - $3,014.24 Weekly

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm

Key Responsibilities

Supervises preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all PICS control and support hardware. Contracts out services where cost-effective. Establishes and maintains an equipment problem tracking program to identify future potential reliability improvements.
Supervises and executes all aspects of application software sources, including backup and retention of both control configuration and graphic software source files to support PICS engineering functions and to facilitate restoration of system functions in the event of equipment failure.
Monitors PICS network and system security with hardware, software and tools that detect intrusion and anomalous behavior. Evaluates, recommends, procures and deploys hardware and software tools for use in detecting, preventing, and analyzing network security threats.
Manages the development and implementation of information security plans and policies for the PICS network.
Develops and maintains an incident response plan to prevent and/or counteract security breaches.
Proactively manages OT network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls. Reviews security policies and procedures, analyzes system logs for threats and makes recommendations to mitigate emerging security risks.
Plans, designs, specifies and promotes system (hardware and software) expansions, upgrades and replacements where necessary in support of both wastewater and thermal power plant operations.
Reviews contracts for major changes or upgrades to the PICS system.
Participates in all aspects of PICS hardware turnover to ensure system hardware integrity, including preventive maintenance, corrective action, upgrade and/or replacement, spare parts inventory and replacement.
Ensures the proper collection of all historical plant data for the automatic transfer of such data to the Authority's management information systems.
Maintains and enhances personal knowledge of computer technology, particularly in the areas of operating systems, digital communications, and cyber security.
Ensures that assigned staff is trained to execute ongoing hardware maintenance, software maintenance, and backup procedures.
Works with assigned staff to execute ongoing maintenance actions as required for ensuring maximum system availability.
Recommends hardware and software upgrades in order to maintain the long-term viability of the PICS system.
Updates existing and generates new system and network drawings as necessary.
Develops and maintains an inventory of PICS system components and relevant documentation.
Develops and implements a disaster recovery strategy for restoring and avoiding downtime in the event of a failure in the PICS system.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor Degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; and
At least six (6) years of experience with industrial process control systems, preferably a computer-based process control system such as a distributed control system (DCS) as normally provided by vendors such as Honeywell, Emerson, or Bailey Controls (ABB); and
At least two (2) years in a supervisory position; and
At least two (2) years of experience with communications technologies such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, MODBUS, OPC, RS232, RS485 and proprietary vendor DCS communications techniques; and
At least four (4) years of experience in network and secure systems management; or
Any equivalent combination of education or experience.
A valid Class D Drivers License or equivalent.
This position has been designated as essential in instances where the MWRA Executive Director requires essential personnel to report to work such as inclement weather and other emergencies.

Knowledge and Abilities

Proficiency in computer hardware and software, including SCADA or Distributed Control Systems and communications technology, routers and networking, cyber security, PLC control programming, HMI programming, databases, data presentation and analysis tools, and Microsoft Office.
Experience installing and configuring software on MS Windows-based systems.
An understanding of modern network system design, architecture and security.
An understanding of system administration methods and procedures supporting multiple platforms and applications.
Experience with VSphere ESXi, Visio, and ACAD a plus.
Demonstrated ability to rapidly organize and implement trouble-shooting plans for a computer based process control system.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills are required.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, train, and assign duties to staff.

Tools and Equipment Used

Mini-computer consoles, tape and disk storage systems, various network and peripheral devices and office equipment as normally associated with the use of telephone, personal computers including word processing and other software, copy and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud in field settings and moderately quiet in an office setting.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under the general supervision of the Senior Program Manager, PICS.

Exercises close supervision of Project Managers, Project Engineers, and contract engineers.

Other Position Information

PCR: 2938505

Division: Operations

Department: Process Control

Union/Grade: MOSES (Unit 9)/Grade 29

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.