Electronics Technician

Clario • Idaho Falls, ID

328d • $20 - $34

About The Position

An important and rewarding position with the perfect balance of office and field work. The Electronics Technician will support the NOAA SORD-Idaho office in the calibration, maintenance, and operation of meteorological equipment, such as wind and temperature sensors, sodars, radios, and data acquisition equipment. Work activities shall be performed both at the NOAA office building and at outdoor sites where the equipment is deployed. These sites include the Idaho National Laboratories and surrounding communities. Duties include performing semi-annual calibration, maintenance, and repair of all meteorological instruments and other equipment in a meteorological observation network that includes 34 towers. The individual will also be responsible for maintaining equipment service documentation, inventory, and installing additional instrumentation as required. Technicians of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience.
• Familiar with standard tools and procedures used in the calibration and maintenance of electronics equipment.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to pass a background investigation.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Familiarity with meteorological equipment, radio communications, data acquisition equipment, and circuits.

Nice To Haves

• Interest and/or familiarity with IT and electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Support the NOAA SORD-Idaho office in the calibration, maintenance, and operation of meteorological equipment.
• Perform semi-annual calibration, maintenance, and repair of meteorological instruments.
• Maintain equipment service documentation and inventory.
• Install additional instrumentation as required.
• Work both at the NOAA office building and outdoor sites.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive compensation plan
• Discretionary variable incentive bonuses
• Publication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree