Electronics Specialist 1

This is advanced technical work in the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of electronic and electrical instrumentation, equipment, fire alarm and control systems. This position is responsible for complex computer-based electronically controlled instrumentation systems. However, other advanced responsibility for electrical power systems and mechanical assignments may be included with this work; performs specialized work operating and troubleshooting assigned equipment.

This position will be located at the Young-Rainey STAR Center at 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. The schedule is Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

What Would You Do?

• Performs installation, maintenance, modification, calibration and repair of electronic and electrical instrumentation, equipment and control systems.
• Installs and maintains digital based surveillance and video recording systems, digital display boards, Uninterruptable Power Systems and maintenance of their battery storage systems.
• Lead responsibility for maintaining site’s life safety systems.
• Detects causes of electronic and electrical failures, interprets and ensures compliance with established codes, calculates data necessary for wiring instrument systems and requisitions supplies and materials needed to complete tasks.
• Assists in maintenance of facility electrical systems including lighting, motors, and lift stations
• Trains other skilled personnel in all phases of a variety of electronic instrumentation, equipment and control systems; provides technical advice and assistance.
• Inspects instrumentation and equipment to determine operating conditions, needed repairs and modifications and performs bench work repairs and/or overhauls and rebuilds electronic equipment.
• Perform diagnostics and testing of backup power generating systems, equipment and performs tests on parts, modules or assemblies.
• Prepares sketches, preliminary or work plans for establishment or modification of electrical systems.
• May perform low voltage tasks.
• Performs related work as assigned, or required.

What Do You Need To Have?

Experience: Highly automated computer-based electronics instrumentation installation, maintenance, and repair experience (in one or more of the following: life safety, digital fire suppression system, sprinkler systems, digital alarm system, digital and IP-based Security and card access systems, IP-based digital based surveillance, digital video recording systems, uninterrupted Power Systems and maintenance of such systems and their battery storage systems).

Education: Degree or two-year technical degree in directly related coursework (Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Electronic Technology)

• 3 years of experience as described above.
• Associate’s degree as described above, and at least 1 year of experience as described above.
• Bachelor’s or higher-level degree as described above.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Florida Driver’s License
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special emergency, and/or disaster situations.
• Must be able to communicate in both written and oral forms of English.
• Must be able to work off of ladders, lifts, bucket trucks, and at times in close spaces such as closets, basements and chases.
• Dependability, Job Knowledge, and Communications are essential qualifications to the success of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of standard tools, methods, theories, materials and practices of the electronic and electrical trades and local and state electrical codes.
• Knowledge of electronic theory and equipment and electronic maintenance and repair practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of operating characteristics, capabilities and limitations of computer equipment and routine computer operations and terminology.
• Skill in the use of tools and equipment used in the electronic and electrical trades.
• Skill in troubleshooting automated systems and isolating breakdown causes.
• Ability to relate technical information in a manner understandable to subordinates, superiors, and members of the public.
• Ability to conduct tests, analyze results, take corrective steps and apply knowledge of electronic theory and troubleshooting procedures.
• Ability to interpret and work from technical sketches and blueprints and locate, define and repair defects in equipment.
• Ability to use a computer to complete assignments, track work, prepare communications, reports, etc.

Our Benefits Rank Among The Top In The Area

• We are proud to offer our employees an excellent benefits package. See our Benefits Handbook.
• Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
• We have deferred compensation programs, wellness centers, and tuition reimbursement to name a few perks. Check out what we offer!

Want to Learn More?

Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

Electronics Specialist 1