Electronics Technician 3 (M) - Rapid City, SD

M.C. Dean, Inc•Rapid City, SD

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking an Electronics Technician 3 for its Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. The position supports teams that design, engineer, integrate, operate, and maintain electronic security and related systems for federal, local, and commercial customers. Systems include intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual, IT, perimeter defense, and command and control. The role performs field operations, including on-site installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, system configuration, and testing. The technician supports project safety, quality, documentation, inventory, resource planning, and commissioning, and communicates with project teams, other trades, customers, owners, and design teams. The position may involve travel up to 25%.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduation from an accredited Electronics Technician program or an Electrical Apprenticeship program.
An additional three years of electronics installation and/or maintenance activities, as specified alongside the education requirements.
At least six years of progressive experience in electronics installation and/or maintenance activities across multiple systems and customer programs.
Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record under company policy; the position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.
Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and follow proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead routinely and repetitively.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder without exceeding its weight limit while carrying tools.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong; apply general rules to specific problems; combine information to form conclusions; see details at close range; and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, for access to classified information; no clearance is needed.

Nice To Haves

Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
Vendor certifications in multiple IDS, ACS, and CCTV systems, including CCURE, Lenel, Identiv/Hirsch Velocity, Bosch Radionics, Bosch CCTV, Bosch BVMS, Aiphone intercom systems, FFT, and DIVAR; Windows operating systems certifications and experience installing these systems.
Three years of experience focused on electronic security systems.
OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

Perform on-site installations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of equipment and systems; conduct site surveys, configure hardware and software, test system operation, and provide customer technical support.
Understand and use project safety plans (JHA, AHA, PFW) and enforce M.C. Dean handbook policies.
Participate in quality reviews of design documentation and analyze drawing packages for constructability.
Track project metrics and participate in weekly resource allocation meetings.
Verify project timesheet charges.
Complete installation and maintenance activities within planned durations and provide detailed documentation.
Track and inventory tools, conduct tool inspections, and organize material ordering and receiving.
Conduct daily ORM meetings, ensure team compliance with safety requirements, and complete accident and incident reporting.
Participate in PITCO plan creation and build-out, and execute the plan to support high-quality testing and installation.
Install system raceway, cabling, equipment racks, enclosures, and panels in accordance with industry standards.
Terminate, test, and configure electronic devices, network equipment, and IT equipment.
Manage base switch configurations, participate in server and workstation configuration, and troubleshoot programmable components.
Follow established QC plans and checklists, conduct quality inspections, and document findings.
Install and maintain field devices; terminate and test system components; troubleshoot copper and fiber optic issues.
Lead commissioning efforts, track commissioning activities, and help represent M.C. Dean in meetings with owners and design teams.
Communicate with M.C. Dean project teams, other trades, and customers, and collaborate effectively.
Lead by example, provide constructive feedback, mentor crew members, and encourage strategic thinking and innovation.
Plan ahead for manpower assignments, material procurement and staging, and resource needs.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.