Control Systems Specialist

Position Details

Posting Information

Posting Number CK53857P
Position Title Control Systems Specialist
No. of Staff Required 1
Position Type FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months N/A
Position Groups CUPE Civic
Division Infrastructure (DV220)
Department Water Operations (DP196)
Department Name
Branch Water Supply and Pump Stations (BR198)
Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union Bring your knowledge and experience as a Control Systems Specialist to our Water team. You will be responsible for the design, repair, calibration and maintenance of graphics control systems and instruments, configure programmable logic controllers, troubleshoot and test hardware and software components and communication systems for the City’s operations and facilities
Duties - Union

• Designs, troubleshoots, repairs and calibrates graphics control instruments and system.
• Programs, configures and troubleshoots programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Monitors Computer Data Acquisition Control (CDAC) system to assess whether various components in the waste treatment facilities are operating reliably and at optimum standards. The CDAC system reports on performance data measured by sensors, installed throughout the wastewater treatment facilities – e.g. air pressure levels, temperatures, fluid levels in valves and pumps, and other performance data.
• Develops and performs computer back-up and restores systems.
• Creates, updates and maintains AutoCAD drawings.
• Writes, organizes and issues Standard Operating Procedures.
• Evaluates and monitors the effectiveness of all gauges, sensors and instrument equipment.
• Evaluates and tests hardware and software in order to make adjustments, recommend upgrades and replacements.
• Coordinates computer training for staff; participates in courses required to learn continuously changing technologies.

Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union

• Relevant diploma (2-year college level)
• Relevant PLC coursework (equivalent to a full-time college-level semester)
• Experience
• Class 5 Drivers License

Knowledge - Non Union

• Knowledge and experience in:
• SCADA system design & maintenance
• Control systems maintenance and upgrades
• Radio telemetry systems
• Wireless and wired computer networking
• Computer software and hardware operations & maintenance
• Instrumentation installation, calibration and maintenance
• Cybersecurity for computer network and control systems

Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies

• Computer Expertise (Visual Basic, AutoCAD)
• Communication Excellence
• Initiative
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Service Excellence
• Attention to Detail

Posting Text

Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on October 15, 2025.
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Please ensure that you have a Driver’s Abstract to attach, as this is a required document when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Additional Hiring Information Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

Pay Rate $44.83 per hour
Posting Date 10/08/2025
Closing Date 10/21/2025
Days of Work Monday to Friday
Standard Hours per Day 8
Hours of Work 7:00am to 3:30pm
Work Location WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
Specify Work Location Water Supply & Pumpstations Department

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Driver's Abstract

Optional Documents

• Other Document 1

• Other Document 2

• Other Document 3

• Other Document 4