Electronics Technician

Allegheny County Airport Authority•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

Let Your Career Take Flight! We're committed to being a global aviation leader driving innovation, regional growth and prosperity by investing in our employees, customers, airlines, and partners The ACAA’s Electronics Technician maintains and repairs electronic equipment such as computers, industrial controls, audio and video systems, transmitters, antennas, security systems, current regulators, variable speed drives, and PLC’s. Here is how the Electronics Technician will help: Provides maintenance and repair to the building automation system (B.A.S.), fire alarm, security, sound system and low voltage control of building lighting systems. Provides maintenance and repair to the radio communications system, universal cabling system, switchgear monitoring and the computerized runway lighting system. Tests faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction. Tests electronic components and circuits to locate defects. Replaces defective components and wiring. Aligns, adjusts, and calibrates equipment according to specifications. Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests. Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines. Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures. Adhere to ACAA guidelines set forth by the Dress Code and Personal Protective Equipment policy. Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Five years’ experience in the electronics field.
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the craft or equivalent training at an accredited trade or technical school, or military training.
Considerable knowledge in the practices, methods, tools and materials of the electronics trade.
Knowledge in occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention programs.
Considerable ability to work according to standard practices, using the tools, materials and equipment of the trade.
Considerable ability to apply troubleshooting logic in diagnosing, isolating, and repairing circuit malfunctions.
Ability to work well with others.
Some knowledge of two-way radio repair, and computers.
Current, valid Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license or ability to obtain.

Nice To Haves

F.C.C. license or equivalent (N.A.B.E.R. or C.E.T.) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provides maintenance and repair to the building automation system (B.A.S.), fire alarm, security, sound system and low voltage control of building lighting systems.
Provides maintenance and repair to the radio communications system, universal cabling system, switchgear monitoring and the computerized runway lighting system.
Tests faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction.
Tests electronic components and circuits to locate defects.
Replaces defective components and wiring.
Aligns, adjusts, and calibrates equipment according to specifications.
Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests.
Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines.
Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures.
Adhere to ACAA guidelines set forth by the Dress Code and Personal Protective Equipment policy.
Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Benefits

We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers, as well as an ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses.
ACAA employees pay almost $1,200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the average employee in other companies, according to market surveys.
When HRA funding is included, the health-plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about $1,200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies.
ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before prescription-drug coverage kicks in.
ACAA’s dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children’s orthodontia.
Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service.
Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments.
A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination), life insurance options, a wellness program, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAA’s exemplary benefits.
Employees may enroll their children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age in our on-site preschool and childcare center, La Petite Academy, at Pittsburgh International Airport.