Electronics Technician III (Physical Security)
The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic equipment while maintaining communication lines and managing inventory for components.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
– Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
– Installs troubleshoots and repairs electronic equipment.
– Maintains data and communication lines.
– Operates and repairs test equipment. Calibrates and maintains equipment at and between control center and remote sites.
– Researches and orders electronic components and maintain parts inventory.
– Maintains, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and calibrates computer system and computer environmental and energy management systems.
– Installs and maintain digital and analogue microwave system.
– Maintains repair parts inventory and technical files. Maintains records of repairs, calibrations and tests.
– Advises supervisor and other personnel of new equipment needs and recommend specific types and models.
– Designs and installs circuits for electronic components. Tests electronic components and circuits to locate defects, using oscilloscope signal generators, ammeters and voltmeters.
– Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
– Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
– Knowledge of operation, repair, testing and maintenance of electronic components.
– Knowledge of the safety rules and regulations applicable to energized electrical repair.
– Knowledge of electrical hook up.
– Knowledge of electric and electronic schematics.
– Knowledge of modern electrical transmission and distribution control systems.
– Knowledge of communication systems.
– Knowledge of recording devices.
– Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory as it applies to relays and control devices.
– Skill in oral and written communication.
– Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
– Skill in planning and organizing.
– Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
– Ability to use hand tools common to the electronic trade.
– Ability to test and calibrate instruments to make precision and close tolerance repairs and adjustments.
– Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams and technical instructions.
– Ability to lead and train others.
– Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
– Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with city employees and the public.
Minimum Qualification:
– Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
– Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years experience in repair and maintenance of electronics such as communications, computer and peripheral or control and instrumentation equipment.
– Twelve (12) semester hours of college credit in electronics, communications technology, engineering technology, computer science or related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.
Licenses or Certifications:
– None
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Experience:
– Knowledge of electronic and electrical engineering to understand and troubleshoot security systems.
– Knowledge of network protocols, infrastructure, and security best practices.
– Programming proficiency in different security system programming and databases for customizing security systems.
– Experience in physical security systems installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
– Experience with various security technologies: Including access control systems, CCTV , intrusion detection systems, and fire and safety systems.
– Hands-on experience with security system hardware, software, and components.
– Current certifications or ability to obtain Industry certifications within six (6) months of employment: Certified Security Systems Professional ( CSSP ), Certified Electronic Security Technician ( CEST ), or Certified Physical Security Professional ( CPSP )
– Current vendor-specific certifications or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment: i.e. certifications from manufacturers like Lenel OnGuard, Milestone video management system, and Hanwha Vision.
– Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
– Ability to analyze data and identify security risks.
– Proficiency to attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and reliability of security systems.
– Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical personnel.
– Excellent customer service to internal and external customers.