INSTRUMENTATION CONTROL WORKER-COLUMBIA CANAL

Salary : $49,720.00 - $63,393.00 Annually

Location : Columbia, SC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202500362

Department : UTILITIES

Division : COLUMBIA CANAL WATER PLANT

Opening Date : 10 / 20 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade : 111

Description

This position provides leadership and participates in the inspection, maintenance and repair of the City's water treatment plant and related equipment and facilities; and performs other skilled and semi-skilled work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

The work is considered heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, and constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 35 to 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions : balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Work environment may involve exposure to bright / dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and / or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and / or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic / caustic chemicals, confined spaces; and is safe and secure that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects, maintains and repairs equipment and systems associated with the City's water treatment plant;
• Performs preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic plant equipment as scheduled; maintains related records;
• Inspects, troubleshoots and repairs equipment;
• Assists with construction and installation projects as assigned;
• Assists in maintaining parts and supply inventory;
• Prepares and maintains accurate work records;
• Provides instruction and leadership to assigned crew members; reviews work for completeness and accuracy;
• Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety;
• Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The City of Columbia is proud to offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees. This package includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time or temporary employees, including interns, are not eligible for City benefits.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page at :

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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

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Do you have at least four (4) years of work experience relevant to this position?

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Do you have an Associate's degree, OR high school diploma and four (4) years of relevant experience?

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Do you have a valid Driver's License?

Required Question