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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a "contract" between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.
| Job Title: |
Senior Specialist PCS |
Job Code: |
P0392 |
| Supervises Directly: |
No |
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| New or Revised: |
Revised |
Regular or At-Will: |
Regular |
| Date Last Revised: |
4/22/2025 |
Exempt or Non-Exempt: |
Exempt |
| Compensation Approval Signature: |
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Union/ Non-Union: |
Union |
| Department Name and Division: |
Varies |
Salary Schedule: |
District Service (DS) |
| Cost Center Code: |
Varies |
Grade: |
DS13 |
| Essential Position: |
Yes |
Reports To: |
Varies |
| EEO Code: |
Professionals |
Work Format |
In-Person |
At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day-exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.
The Senior Specialist, Process Control Systems is responsible for providing advice and guidance on a wide range and variety of complex process control systems (PCS) issues; plans and carries out difficult and complex assignments; directs re-design of control components and strategies; reviews current work practices and makes modifications for improvements. This position is also responsible for the review and ownership of design standards, standard specifications, and design details.
| Essential Duties & Responsibilities: |
- As the seasoned Senior PCS Specialist, performs all levels of functions associated with instrumentation and process control systems.
- Performs Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews of instrumentation and control systems, including analyses and issue resolution recommendation for all instrumentation and control systems
- Identifies and defines the technical requirements applied to the design, development, implementation and management, and support of instrumentation and control systems; including the definition and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems standards. Participates during the design, construction and commissioning of capital improvement projects.
- Performs system administration for Programmable Logical Controllers (PLCs), Operator Interface Terminals (OITs) and related communication networks; including, redesign and re-programming
- Performs complex troubleshooting, repairing and maintenance of all PCS components and develops and implements PLC and PCS based graphics, control logic and reports. Performs QA/QC reviews of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and valve actuators installations and performs QA/QC reviews of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Data, including review of current work practices and define modifications for improvement. Retains ownership of Process Engineering Maintenance Design Standards, Standard Specifications, Design Details, and applicable loop and point to point diagrams for Blue Plains.
- Fully supports the use of a CMMS by displaying a proficiency in using the system and dedication to the facility maintenance philosophy. Performs CMMS data entry and work order close-out in a thorough and timely fashion.
- Conducts training sessions for instrumentation and control personnel.
- Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations.
- Operates Authority vehicles as an essential function of the position. Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner. Reports any operating deficiencies to the appropriate Authority personnel.
- Prepares accurate and clear reports, composes correspondence, and maintains appropriate records.
- Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities: NA Key Working Relationships: Interacts with employees in the department and throughout the Authority, contractors, and consultants.
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided. Required Skills & Qualifications
| Required Experience: |
| Thorough knowledge of computer-based systems and networks and the principles and practices of industrial electronics, process monitoring and control, instrumentation and equipment. |
| Minimum Education Requirements: |
| Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Science, Technology Management or related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of progressive experience related to instrumentation/controls maintenance and writing control strategies and software programs for digital process control equipment coupled with instrumentation/measurement and control; or an Associate's degree or equivalent in Computer Information Science or related technology from an accredited college, university, or trade school and eight (8) years of progressive experience related to instrumentation/controls maintenance and writing control strategies and software programs for digital process control equipment coupled with instrumentation/measurement and control. |
| Required Skills: |
| Skill in installing, calibrating, troubleshooting and providing corrective maintenance of devices and circuits and networks utilized in automated industrial process control systems. |
| Skill in reading and writing sketches, blueprints, control diagrams, relay ladder logic, programming software, and other technical documents. |
| Demonstrated ability to use a wide variety of electric/electronic test equipment and computers to diagnose and correct equipment and process control systems problems. |
| Skill in communicating effectively with others, both orally and in writing. |
| Required Licenses & Certifications: |
| The incumbent must possess and maintain current or acquire within 9 months from date of hire and maintain current, certification from the International Society of Automation designation of Certified Control Systems Technician CCST III or equivalent. |
| Must be able to pass fit test for use of respirator. Must possess and maintain current or acquire within 9 months from date of hire, confined space entry certification. |
| Must possess and maintain current a valid Motor Vehicle Operating License. |
| Required Languages: |
| English |
| Physical Requirements: |
| May work indoors and/or outdoors, frequently exposed to any or all of the following various weather conditions, high or deep dangerous places, confined space, working near moving mechanical parts, risk of electric shock, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, etc. |
Requires moderate physical activities, such as occasionally performing the following:
- Lifting, pushing, or pulling light or moderately heavy objects/materials (up to 50 lbs.)
- Climbing up and down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
- Balancing (to prevent falling) when standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
- Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, etc.
- Crawling or moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
- Standing or walking for long periods
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| The incumbent is subject to being placed on call during hours and schedule identified by the Authority. |
| The incumbent may be required to work overtime, holidays, and weekends. |
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
| Preferred Experience: |
| N/A |
| Preferred Education Requirements: |
| N/A |
| Preferred Skills: |
| N/A |
*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
| Your Experience at DC Water: |
At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life's most precious resource in the nation's capital.
- Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.
- Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values-accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing.
- Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees' individuality and unique contributions.
- Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against "qualified individuals with disabilities". If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email complianceada@dcwater.com.
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DC WATER
May 06, 2025