Sr Utilities Maintenance Coordinator (SCADA Electrical Professional)- $1000 Sign - on Incentive

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Water Division ensures a safe and reliable water supply for all of Orange County Utilities¿ customers. The Water Division operates four regional water supply facilities, eight satellite water supply facilities that collectively produce approximately 60 million gallons per day as well as eight booster and storage & repump facilities.

Water Division is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Senior Utilities Maintenance Coordinator (SCADA Electrical Professional). This position is responsible for coordinating, supervising, and actively engaging in the maintenance activities of the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) System, preparing budget recommendations, and responding to emergency situations.

Job Description

General Functions:

This key position coordinates SCADA System maintenance activities through multiple parties, schedules work activities to maintain efficient system operation, reviews work performed by a variety of trades, coordinates activities of vendors and subcontractors, and responds to emergency situations to correct SCADA System/controls problems in a timely manner. Prepares budget recommendations, is responsible for meeting budget objectives and approves minor budget expenditures. Tasks performed involve highly complex technical work.

Work is performed with considerable independence and the exercise of independent judgment under the general supervision of the department manager or other designated supervisors.

Representative Duties/ Assignments

• Evaluate SCADA System maintenance activities to prioritize and schedule projects and work orders.
• Orders parts and schedules SCADA system/controls and electrical work.
• Troubleshoot and repair SCADA equipment as well as support industrial electricians across all water facilities, countywide.
• Coordinates with contractors to ensure receipt of materials is billed correctly.
• Monitors, schedules and approves work orders in Maximo, the County CMMS.
• Programs and troubleshoots HMI (Human-Machine-Interface) software.
• Configures Network equipment such as Industrial Fiber Network Switches.
• Configures automated reports and other software related to SCADA
• Writes detailed job procedures, action plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Acts as standby tech-support on a rotating schedule.
• Assist with programming and maintenance of equipment used in the SCADA system.
• Troubleshoot software problems with the SCADA system.
• Builds and analyses trends for troubleshooting operational issues.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and five (5) years of Electrical maintenance experience in water, wastewater or other utility related experience.

Must possess and maintain a Florida driver's license.

Preferences

• Five (5) years of experience as a SCADA Technician and/or as a Journeyman licensed industrial electrician in a utility environment or similar experience in related industries.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems including Computer Networking and security, TCP/IP protocol, MODBUS, Fiber optics, PLC¿s, VFD¿s, instrumentation loops, Serial RS232/485 communications, VBA, C+ or similar computer programming language.
• Knowledge of Maximo, maintenance management work order systems, and MS Office type experience.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Ability to read plans, prints, and electrical diagrams.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 05/12/2026

Close Date: 05/25/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 017 - From $29.06 to $37.76

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Utilities

Water Division

9100 Curry Ford Rd.

Orlando, FL 32825

Notes

Hours: 40

Working hours are: Monday through Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm and after hours stand-by on a rotating basis.

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.