Senior Systems Administrator

Are you a seasoned professional passionate about cutting-edge technology and operational excellence? We seek a highly skilled Senior Systems Administrator (SCADA) to join our team in the Bronx, N.Y. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of designing, programming, and implementing advanced SCADA systems while providing essential day-to-day support for our existing infrastructure.

As a Senior Systems Administrator, you will leverage the latest technologies and trends in the Gas PLC and SCADA systems industry to optimize our operations. Your expertise in SCADA fundamentals within the utility sector will be critical to your success. You will collaborate closely with management, supervisory, IT, and operating staff, ensuring seamless communication and coordination with the energy control center to support field and energy distribution operations.

If you are a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of SCADA systems and a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and contribute to the future of energy management and distribution.

Some responsibilities are, but are not limited to:

• Maintain currency with the latest trends in automation design and equipment for the Gas Industry
• Will work in all aspects of SCADA Systems including:
  ○ AVEVA Enterprise SCADA (formerly OASyS DNA) baseline platform
  ○ HMI display development
  ○ Realtime Database data interfaces and reports
  Gas Measurement Metering
• Troubleshoot SCADA software and server issues
  Work closely with Field Technicians to configure, test, and troubleshoot data polling from the SCADA System to field RTUs
• Work with Gas Control operators to make sure the SCADA system is always providing them the ability to operate the pipeline safely
• Program wireless modems (Sierra Wireless and Digi)
• Build, configure, and maintain reports
• Document changes, obtain required approvals, and submit changes
• Knowledge of RTU/PLC protocols (Modbus, DNP3, BSAP)
• Ability to write simple scripts and SQL queries
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment in a small team environment

This is an hourly position with opportunity for overtime.

 **All Candidates Must be Authorized to Legally Work in the US Without Sponsorship**

Mandatory Qualifications: (Please read carefully. They MUST be shown on your resume)

1. SCADA System Expertise:
   • Proficient in AVEVA Enterprise SCADA
   • Skilled in HMI display development
   • Experienced in real-time database implementation 
   • Capable of developing and maintaining historical database data interfaces and reports
   • Knowledgeable in gas measurement metering
2. Technical Troubleshooting:
   • Strong ability to troubleshoot SCADA software and server issues
   • Proficient in configuring, testing, and troubleshooting data polling from the SCADA systems to field RTUs
3. Operational Support:
   • Experience working closely with field technicians and gas control operators to ensure the SCADA system supports safe pipeline operation
   • Ability to program wireless modems (Sierra Wireless and Digi)
4. Experience in building, configuring, and maintaining reports. Skilled in documenting changes, obtaining required approvals, and submitting changes
5. In-depth knowledge of RTU/PLC protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, BSAP
6. Ability to write simple scripts and SQL queries

$500 Referral Fee Program

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VTS3 will pay you up to $500.00 for each person you refer to us and we place into a contract or full-time position. If you know someone who's a good candidate for any of our openings, use the "Refer a friend" button on this page and earn extra cash.

The rules are simple:

• The referral must be made by using the "Refer a friend" button on this page
• The person you refer must be placed within 90 days of being referred
• The person you refer must complete 480 billable hours
• Cannot be someone we already have on our team or are currently working with