Correctional Electronics Technician (40 Hour)

State of Connecticut•Somers, CT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC), has a vacancy for a Correctional Electronics Technician at Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers, CT. This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies throughout State Correctional Facilities as openings occur within the next year. The Connecticut Department of Correction is a diverse agency with a wide variety of employees from Correction Officers to Educators, to Managers and Skilled Professionals. We value differences that make us stronger as a team and support our mission statement. The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is the agency responsible for corrections in the U.S. State of Connecticut. The agency operates 13 correctional facilities. It has its headquarters in Wethersfield. The DOC protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences of imprisonments in facilities that are safe, humane, and provide re-entry programming. The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction is a unified system; all sentenced and un-sentenced offenders are supervised by the DOC. The Department also provides supervision for offenders on parole, community release, and other discretionary release programs.

Requirements

Three (3) years of experience in electronics repair
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the highly skilled level
Incumbents in this class must have reached their 18th birthday
Incumbents in this class are required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification at the time of appointment
Considerable knowledge of concepts and principles of electronics
Considerable knowledge of maintenance, installation and servicing of electronic security systems and equipment
Considerable knowledge of specialized test equipment used in servicing of electronic equipment
Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, tools and equipment involved in electronic repair and installation work
Interpersonal skills
Oral and written communication skills
Considerable ability to quickly and accurately analyze extent and cause of electronic malfunctions
Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams and instruction manuals
Ability to operate and interpret computerized and automated control systems
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports
Ability to instruct inmates in techniques and skills of electronics maintenance
Ability to perform under stress and remain stable in pressure situations
Supervisory ability

Nice To Haves

Experience with the maintenance or repair of: Programmable logic controllers (PLC) and interlock systems; Metal detectors; Intercom systems; Paging systems; Intrusion alarm systems; Fence alarms; CT Video Recorders; Surveillance cameras; Fire alarm systems; Environmental direct digital controls (DDC); Handheld radios; Base station radio equipment and repeaters; Man-down alarm sensors and systems; and Low voltage distribution systems
Incumbents in this class may be required to successfully complete a formal training course in correctional work to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the class
Incumbents in this class may be required to respond to after-hour emergencies as requested by facility supervisors
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel

Responsibilities

Performs technical duties in installation, maintenance, repair and testing of highly technical security surveillance and life safety and alarm systems and communication equipment
Fabricates special electronic devices and systems as needed
Uses a variety of testing/measuring equipment and data to locate electronic malfunctions, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair systems and equipment
Trains, instructs and supervises inmates assigned to an electronics repair shop in repair, calibration and testing of electronic equipment and systems such as television cameras and monitors, telecommunication receivers and transmitters including AM and AM-FM radios and inter-institution telephone and public address equipment
Acts as a liaison with outside vendors for purposes of ordering parts, troubleshooting problems and researching solutions to technical problems
Maintains inventory of replacement parts
May inspect and/or test fire alarm equipment to comply with Connecticut’s State Fire Prevention Code and State Fire Safety Code to ensure system integrity
Performs daily key and tool control counts
Keeps accurate and detailed records and makes necessary reports
Works with Correctional Locksmiths and Correctional General Maintenance Officers on work assignment basis
Maintains custody, evaluates performance of and disciplines inmates assigned to work areas
May perform supplemental duties related to other trade disciplines based on experience, knowledge, skills and agency needs
May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist security forces in emergencies
May be required to operate a motor vehicle
Performs related duties as required