Electronics Technician 3 - Ft. Wayne, IN

M.C. Dean, Inc • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking an Electronics Technician 3 to join its Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. The SES team designs, engineers, integrates, operates, and maintains electronic security services and systems for federal, local, and commercial customers. These systems include intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual and IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems.

The Electronics Technician 3 performs technical work in field operations, including on-site installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing, and configuration of equipment and systems. The role supports safe, high-quality project execution, coordinates work and resources, documents activities, and communicates with project teams, other trades, and customers. The technician also provides leadership and mentoring to crew members and may represent M.C. Dean in commissioning and project meetings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Military electronics training of at least 720 classroom hours, or graduation from an accredited Electronics Technician program, or graduation from an Electrical Apprenticeship program.
• An additional three years of electronics installation and/or maintenance activities.
• At least six years of electronics installation and/or maintenance activities across multiple systems and customer programs.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record under company policy; the position may involve ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.
• 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 on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
• Ability to use a standard ladder while carrying tools without exceeding the ladder's weight limit.
• Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong; apply general rules to specific problems; combine information to reach conclusions; see details at close range; and understand spoken information and ideas.

Nice To Haves

• Strong skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Vendor certifications across multiple intrusion detection, access control, and CCTV systems, such as CCURE, Lenel, Identiv/Hirsch Velocity, Bosch Radionics, Bosch CCTV, Bosch BVMS, AIphone Intercom Systems, FFT, DIVAR, and Windows operating systems; installation experience with these systems.
• Three years of experience focused on electronic security systems.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Willingness and ability to travel 25%.

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, including JHA, AHA, and PFW, and enforce M.C. Dean handbook requirements and policies.
• Participate in reviews of design documentation and evaluate 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 maintain detailed documentation.
• Track and inventory tools, inspect tools, and organize material ordering and receiving.
• Conduct daily ORM meetings, ensure team compliance with safety requirements, and complete accident and incident reports.
• 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 and network 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-control inspections, and document findings.
• Install and maintain field devices; terminate and test system components; and troubleshoot copper and fiber-optic issues.
• Lead and track commissioning activities and assist in representing M.C. Dean in meetings with owners and design teams.
• Communicate consistently with M.C. Dean project teams, other trades, and customers.
• Lead by example, provide constructive feedback, mentor crew members, and encourage strategic thinking and innovation.
• Provide look-ahead planning for manpower assignments, material procurement and staging, and other resources.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.

Benefits

• Professional and technical training programs, including leadership training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to lead and build a business with support from an industry-leading firm.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED