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Salary : $61,672.84 - $92,509.26 Annually
Location : East Water Treatment Facility, 1620 South Seacrest Boulevard, Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202600291
Department: Utilities
Division: Utilities Administration
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Purpose of Classification
Performs entry-level technical work in support of the operation, maintenance, and development of the Utility Department SCADA system. Work involves assisting with monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining SCADA systems, PLCs, and related instrumentation under close supervision while gaining hands-on experience and technical proficiency.
Supervision Received and Exercised
This position is classified as a exempt, at-will, full-time position.Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Senior SCADA Technician or assigned senior staff. The SCADA Technician is expected to follow established procedures while developing technical skills, judgment, and knowledge of SCADA systems.
Essential Functions

• Assist with monitoring SCADA system performance and alarms.
• Support troubleshooting of SCADA networks, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Assist with installation, setup, and basic programming of PLCs and field devices.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on SCADA components.
• Assist with network equipment setup (switches, routers, modems) under supervision.
• Support firmware updates, patches, and system backups.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation of work performed.
• Assist in maintaining SCADA databases, asset inventories, and configurations.
• Observe and participate in system diagnostics and problem resolution.
• Support senior technicians with field work at lift stations, plants, and wells.
• Learn SCADA software, control strategies, and communication protocols.
• Assist with responding to internal service requests and operational issues.
• Participate in training related to SCADA, PLCs, networking, and instrumentation.

Additional Duties:
Performs additional related duties as assigned and/or required.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in electronics, information systems, or related field preferred and three (3) years of related experience to include experience with PLC programming, SCADA or DCS programming experience.Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS
Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)Certification through the International Society of Automation (ISA)
Supplemental Information
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review the status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Supervisor, other employees, contractors, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and experience with SCADA
• Knowledge of business letter writing and standard formats for typed materials
• Ability to create and maintain detailed records
• Ability to provide timely and accurate responses to inquiries and requests
• Ability to simultaneously and effectively handle multiple tasks, priorities and deadlines
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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Describe your hands-on experience with PLC programming and/or SCADA/DCS systems. Please include the specific software/platforms you've used (e.g., RSLogix, Wonderware, Ignition, GE iFix, etc.) and the nature of your involvement (programming, troubleshooting, installation, maintenance).
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Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License? If not, are you willing and able to obtain one prior to your start date?
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Describe your experience working with industrial networking equipment (switches, routers, modems) or supporting field devices at remote sites such as lift stations, treatment plants, or wells.
Required Question