Instrumentation and Controls Specialist

Instrumentation and Controls Specialist

Salary

$31.95 - $47.92 Hourly

Location

North Water Treatment Plant, 2865 E. Guadalupe, Gilbert 85234, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

26-0260

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/16/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

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We Are Seeking

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity to fill the position of Instrumentation & Control Specialist. This is a hands-on, technical role where youll help keep Gilbert's wastewater and reclaimed water systems running safely and efficiently.

As an Instrumentation & Control Specialist, youll support the Towns wastewater and reuse/reclaimed water department by maintaining electrical, instrumentation, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Youll collaborate with the engineering team to provide feedback on the control systems for new Town projects and rehabilitation projects, ensuring systems run safely and efficiently. You'll also assist electrical crews and other departments with troubleshooting, programming, and optimizing control systems that keep Gilbert's infrastructure operating at its best.

The Instrumentation & Control Specialist reports to the Wells Utility Supervisor and is ideal for someone who takes pride in precision work, thrives in a team environment, and is committed to safety and service in every task.

What Youll Do:

• Schedule, prioritize, coordinate, and perform preventative maintenance of specialized equipment, instrumentation controls, and SCADA systems
• Maintain, monitor, troubleshoot, repair, install, program, and calibrate equipment and systems within wastewater
• Exhibit a service orientation toward internal and external customers and maintain productive working relationships in the best interest of the Town
• Modify and design system controls and equipment for maximum efficiency and lifespan that allows for no interruption to the current system process
• Manage and maintain all software licensing, support contracts, and update software for critical control systems
• Read the full job description here.

This is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline:

• Posting closes: on August 16 2026
• In-Person Interviews: The week of August 24, 2026
• Anticipated Start Date: September 14, 2026

This time is provided as an estimate and is subject to change based on business need.

About You

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem solvers who love what they do. In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

• Associates Degree or two-year technical certificate in Electrical/Instrumentation and Control Systems
• 4 years Journeyman level experience in maintenance, design, and construction of electrical/instrumentation and control systems: specifically, in regard to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and Remote Terminal Units (RTUs)
• 2 years of experience in the maintenance, design, and construction of a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) with radio telemetry and communications
• 2 years of experience with water/wastewater systems and control loops
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Required licensing/certifications:

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• 4 years of electrical/instrumentation state-certified apprenticeship or college equivalent
• Valid AZ Drivers License
• Must obtain a Grade I Water Distribution and Grade I in Water Treatment (ADEQ) within one year of hire.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include: This role involves working in various environments, including outdoor settings with varying weather conditions, as well as exposure to various environmental hazards, such as fumes, odors, dusts, and chemicals. Physical demands include regular lifting (occasionally up to 50 pounds and frequently up to 20 pounds). The role primarily works four (4) ten-hour days and may be subject to on-call availability.

Why Team Gilbert?

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We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in their employment, services, programs, and activities. If you require any reasonable accommodation during the application and interview process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide.

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Do you have a two-year technical certificate or an associates degree or higher in electronics or a closely related field?

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Do you have at least 4 years of experience in electronics, instrumentation, calibration, computerized control systems, programmable logic controllers and installation/repair of electrical equipment?

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Do you currently possess, or could you obtain an ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution and Grade 1 Water Treatment certification within (12) months of being hired? If you hold certifications from another state, you are urged to contact the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality at (602)771-4638 to determine whether Arizona offers reciprocity. Certifications for which Arizona offers reciprocity will be accepted. Additional information about reciprocity is available on the ADEQs website: http://azdeq.gov/environ/water/dw/opcert.html.

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How many years of experience do you have in electronics?

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How many years of experience do you have involving instrumentation?

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How many years of experience do you have in computerized control systems?

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This position requires availability for overtime and to respond to emergency situations or after-hours as needed. Are you available and able to work overtime and on an emergency basis?

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Employer Town of Gilbert

Address 50 E. Civic Center Drive

Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

Phone (480) 503-6823

Website https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs