SCADA Technician - Wastewater Treatment Plant

Description

The City of Round Rock is looking for a technically skilled, curious, and dependable SCADA Technician to support the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems at our Wastewater Treatment Plant. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that our treatment processes operate safely, efficiently, and continuously, directly supporting public health and essential city operations.

Posted pay range is the starting salary. Pay rate offered is based on experience.

Examples of Duties

As a SCADA Technician, you will be hands-on with the equipment and software that keep our wastewater systems operating. You'll:

• Program and update SCADA systems by developing new code, editing existing programs, archiving files, and querying historian databases
• Work with platforms such as WonderWare InTouch, INSQL, and Modicon Concept
• Diagnose and repair issues using schematic drawings, monitoring tools, and digital test equipment
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on SCADA components across the plant
• Assemble, test, deploy, and integrate field and HMI components
• Maintain and troubleshoot uninterruptible power supply (UPS) equipment, including capacity testing and battery replacement
• Calibrate monitoring instruments using specialized test equipment and direct others in calibration activities
• Respond as the first line of support during outages, alarms, or equipment failures
• Coordinate work activities with operators, plant staff, vendors, and contractors
• Document all maintenance, testing, repairs, and system changes accurately

Experience and Training

You’re someone who enjoys technical work, problem-solving, and working with sophisticated equipment. You stay calm during urgent issues, communicate well with plant staff, and take pride in keeping critical systems reliable and up to date.

You’re a strong candidate if you:

• Have a knack for diagnostics and enjoy understanding how systems connect
• Are comfortable learning software, instrumentation, and automation tools
• Enjoy a mix of office, field, and hands-on mechanical/electrical work
• Want a stable career path in water/wastewater operations, automation, or industrial controls

Municipal utility experience is helpful—but not required. We’re ready to train motivated candidates with a technical foundation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree, diploma, or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Additional work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis
• At least one (1) year of SCADA technician experience or similar technical role

Certificates and Licenses Required

• Valid Class C driver's license.

• Wastewater Operator D License within 6 months of hire.

• Surface Water C or Water Distribution Operator C (TCEQ) within 2 years of hire.

Why Work for Round Rock?

• Direct impact: Your work influences safety, reliability, and essential city services.
• Growth opportunities: SCADA, automation, and water/wastewater operations offer stable, long-term career paths.
• Diverse work: No two days look the same—you’ll troubleshoot, program, repair, calibrate, and innovate.
• A team that values you: Work alongside a supportive group of operators, technicians, and engineers.

2026 CITY OF ROUND ROCK EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OVERVIEW

At the City of Round Rock, our employees drive our success. We believe serving the community starts with taking care of our employees. We’re committed to offering competitive and comprehensive benefits that not only protect your health and financial future but also help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Health & Medical Coverage

Robust Medical Plans: Comprehensive in-network coverage, 100% covered preventive care, and competitive deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums. The City invests in employee well-being by paying a significant share of premiums and providing subsidies for dependent coverage.

No-Cost, On-Site Primary Care Health Clinic: Free primary care visits at RockCare for employees and eligible dependents, ensuring convenient, quality care.

Dental and Vision Benefits

Dental Plan: Low copays and in-network savings for exams, cleanings, fillings, and major dental procedures.

Vision Plan: Affordable vision coverage with benefits for exams, eyewear, and contact lens services—ensuring you see clearly every day.

Leave Benefits

Paid Parental Leave: Bond with your newest family member through paid parental leave that supports work-life balance when it matters most.

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals: Accrue 120 hours of vacation leave and 96 hours of sick leave in year one!

Personal Leave: Full-time exempt employees enjoy 40 hours of personal leave a year.

12 Paid City Holidays: A holiday schedule designed for rest, recharge, and time with family and friends.

Life, Disability, and Supplemental Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance: Basic life insurance provided at no cost with optional voluntary coverage available to ensure your family’s security.

Disability Coverage: Short- and Long-Term Disability plans protect your income in the event of illness or injury.

Supplemental Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Gap insurance help cover unexpected costs, easing financial stress during tough times.

Flexible Spendings, Retirement & Savings

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Pre-tax options for health care and dependent care expenses that help you manage out-of-pocket costs.

2:1 Match on Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Retirement Pension: Secure your future with our TMRS retirement plan—your savings grow twice as fast! You contribute 7% of your pre-tax gross salary to an account that earns at least 5% interest every year. At retirement, the City matches your TMRS account 2:1 and also provides a supplement death benefit.

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans: Boost your financial goals by deferring some of your pre-tax income and investing it for growth.

Tuition Assistance: Support for further education and career development.

Balancing Work and Life

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free, confidential counseling services for personal or work-related challenges.

Legal & ID Theft Protection: Enjoy peace of mind with affordable legal assistance and identity theft protection for life’s unexpected challenges.

Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with optional pet insurance that helps cover vet costs.

Wellness Benefits:

Free 24/7 gym access with showers, lockers, and modern equipment.

Free Round Rock Public Library card with access to LinkedIn Learning training.

Free Yoga and Strength/Conditioning classes.

Free or discounted memberships to local recreation centers and access to community resources.

Free pool passes (excluding RockNRiver).

Free access to training courses, online and in-person.

And so much more!