Electronics Technician

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Sheridan, OR

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About The Position

Corrections professionals foster a humane and secure environment and support public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into communities. The Electronics Technician maintains the institution’s physical security through installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of electronic security and communication systems. These systems support the safety and well-being of staff and the inmate population. The position also provides technical support for preparing drawings and specifications for electronic and telecommunications equipment. Correctional responsibilities, including maintaining institutional security, take precedence over the other duties of the position and are performed regularly.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level; the experience must qualify the applicant to perform the position’s duties.
• For GL-10: Experience installing, maintaining, operating, and testing electronic equipment; reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, schematics, and specifications; and working with PBX phone switches, trunked radio systems, and electronic fences.
• For GS-11: Experience demonstrating progressive theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory and the characteristics, functions, operation, and capabilities of various electronic equipment.
• For GS-11: Experience using schematic diagrams, test equipment, and electronic formulas to test, troubleshoot, modify, design, calibrate, install, maintain, repair, construct, develop, or instruct on electronic equipment or perform similar functions.
• For GS-11: Experience maintaining custom electronic equipment that is continually modified and adapted, including calibrating, installing, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• For GS-11: Experience developing maintenance or installation policies, standards, and procedures that demonstrates specialized knowledge of electronic systems or equipment.
• Successful completion of the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques training course in Glynco, Georgia, is required.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation; applicants are subject to NCIC and credit checks.
• Applicants not currently working in an institution must complete a qualification inquiry regarding misdemeanor domestic violence convictions to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• A maximum entry age of 36 applies to original appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons institution.
• Applicants seeking CTAP selection priority must meet CTAP eligibility criteria, be rated well-qualified, and submit the required eligibility documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electronic systems, including PBX telephone switches, trunked radio systems, fire alarm systems, perimeter detection systems, programmable logic controllers, and CCTV/DVR systems.
• Maintain and develop modifications to the institution’s electronic security and communication systems, ensuring their reliability.
• Provide technical support in preparing drawings and specifications for electronic and telecommunications equipment for projects and work orders.
• Conduct inspections and perform preventive maintenance as required by policy.
• Help maintain institutional security as part of the employee’s correctional responsibilities.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive range of benefits; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed