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SCADA Specialist​/PLC Programmer - R17378

Job in Sarasota, Manatee County, Florida, 34243, USA
Listing for: Sarasota County Government
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 26.72 - 34.5 USD Hourly USD 26.72 34.50 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: SCADA Specialist/ PLC Programmer - R17378
Location: Sarasota

Overview

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Do you have experience working with SCADA systems? In this role, you work in the analysis, development, implementation, support, and maintenance of computer-based information systems, software applications, computer hardware, projects, processes, and procedures to provide services to meet the needs of the County’s Public Utilities SCADA unit. Apply today!

Responsibilities
  • Implement and Maintain HMI/SCADA applications.
  • Coordinate with Utilities Operation and Technical staff on trouble-call response and system enhancement requests.
  • Develop, test, enhance, and maintain SCADA software, hardware, and equipment.
  • Gather, review, and format data for reports, data processing, and presentations.
  • Review plans, specifications, and reports for accuracy and compliance with standards.
  • Assist with project administration, and work with outside contractors and developers.
  • Assist the Project Manager with the implementation of associated projects to enhance and fortify the SCADA system and network.
  • Write, test, and deploy HMIs, PLC programs MS, and SQL programs.
  • Provide general guidance to lesser experienced/trained team members during troubleshooting efforts and assigned tasks.
Work Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. On-Call Required

About You

Minimum Qualifications
  • A two (2) year degree in computer science or related field AND two (2) years with SCADA systems, radios, PLCs, Wonderware Galaxy environment.
  • -OR- a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business Administration, with some related experience.
  • -OR- Experience may substitute for formal education at the discretion of management.
  • A Valid Florida Driver's license at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with using PLC Programming and Allen Bradley Control Logix.
  • Experience working with SQL databases and Project Management training.
  • Experience troubleshooting and monitoring of electronic/electrical instrumentation equipment and/or IT technologies used in water and wastewater facilities, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Analog/Digital Converters, computers and peripherals, and electronic control mechanisms.
  • Experience and understanding of Ethernet and Cellular Networks.
  • Certification as Wonderware Developer.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and provide technical expertise on engineering schematics, specifications, and related documents.
  • Self-motivated, communicate effectively, and have the ability to make good decisions based on research, analysis, subject matter knowledge, experience, and SCADA best practices.
  • Two (2) years of related business work experience and use of related software programs.
General Knowledge and familiarity with:
  • Network functionality & troubleshooting.
  • Microsoft SharePoint.
  • Microsoft Remote Desktop/Terminal Services.
  • Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Rockwell Power Flex, Software Thin Manager & Thin Client Configuration.
  • Wonderware System Platform including Application Server, InTouch Managed HMI Applications, Historian Client, OI Servers, and License Management.
Subject to Passing Substance Screening

This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

Physical Demands

Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $26.72 - $34.50, based on experience.

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

  • I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-documents
  • 2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)
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