Scada Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $35.67 - $39.37 Hourly
Location : Hutto Public Works Department, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Public Works
Division: Utilities
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Overview
Title: SCADA Technician
Department: Public Works
Status: Full-Time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under general supervision, the Supervisor Controls and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Technician performs a variety of technical tasks in support of the SCADA system to include calibrating equipment, performing overall maintenance and correcting problems with equipment; providing technical support; serving as first responder to outages and equipment failures: coordinating work; and documenting work activities. Works under the leadership of SCADA Superintendent for water treatment, water distribution and wastewater collection system.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Programs SCADA by developing new code; querying the historian; edits existing programs; archives programs; works with software such as, WonderWare, INSQL, and Modicon Concept.
- Repairs and maintains SCADA by diagnosing problems using schematic drawings, monitoring software, and digital test equipment, repairs, replaces and reprograms by diagnosis; performs routine maintenance on SCADA system components; performs visual and machine aided inspections, installs and installs and inspects weatherization.
- Builds SCADA by assembling parts to form a working product; tests assembly prior to deployment; deploys. Assembles, and integrates field and human machine interface.
- Maintain UPS equipment by diagnosing software to measure uninterruptable power supply capacity; replaces batteries if capacity is low; replaces UPS if unit fails.
- Calibrates instruments by using test equipment; performs periodic calibrations to verify monitoring instruments are within limits; directs other to perform calibrations. Work with manufacturers of SCADA system and field instruments to plan, install, maintain, and repair existing and new field equipment/devices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of installing and maintaining process control equipment including PLCs, RTUs, hubs, switches, and routers
- Knowledge with configuring and troubleshooting process control instruments
- Knowledge with installing and maintaining servers, workstations and human interfaces (HMI) for water and wastewater systems used in the Water Industry.
- Skill in running PC windows and Unix
-Skill with programming and configuration of intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and remote terminal units (RTUs) using ladder logic and IEC Programming languages.
- Ability to install and maintain fiber optic cable, twisted pair cables, multi-pair cable and coax cable technologies.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
- Associates degree, or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school.
- Related work experience may substitute for the required education.
- One year of experience as a SCADA Technician,
- Ability to acquire ISA Certified Control Systems Technician Level I certification within (2) years of employment.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver's License
- Obtain Water Distribution Operator C from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within (2) two years of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress that require a range of safety and other precautions, e.g., working at heights, working in manholes and vaults, working in construction sites, frequent/extended exposure to outdoor weather conditions, requirement to work in extreme weather conditions.
Must be able to ascend and descend a ladder.
Must be able to lift 50lbs, stand, stoop, bend, crawl, twist, and walk.
CORE VALUES
This position requires an individual to align with and maintain the standard as set by our organization's Core Values:
Integrity- Communicating honestly, being accountable, upholding moral principles, and supporting our organization's values
Collaboration- Showing teamwork is equally as cherished as individual achievements by celebrating positive outcomes together
Consistency- Producing an accomplished standard of work in the workplace
Servant leadership- Actively listening to exert a positive influence
Mutual respect- Valuing opportunity, unique contributions, and each other
Forward-thinking- Considering needs, listening to team members, and thinking innovatively
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
The City of Hutto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
At the City of Hutto we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. We offer free medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability for employees, and the ability to purchase plans for family members. The City of Hutto also provides:

• 2:1 Retirement contributions at 7% to Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
• 14-Paid Holidays
• Bilingual and Miscellaneous Certification Pay
• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation Per Year
• Education Reimbursement
• Paid Sick leave
• Hybrid Work Available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flex Time