Electronics Technician

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Welch, WV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an Electronics Technician who fosters a humane and secure environment and ensures public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. The role involves maintaining the physical security of the institution through the installation, maintenance, and repair of various electronic systems. These systems are critical to the physical security of the institution, preserving the safety and well-being of staff and the inmate populace. The technician will maintain, develop modifications, and ensure the reliability of the institution's electronic security and communication systems. They will also provide technical support during the preparation of drawings and specifications for electronic and telecommunication equipment as required by B&F Projects, Work Orders, etc., and conduct inspections and perform preventive maintenance as required by policy. Along with all other correctional institution employees, the incumbent is charged with the responsibility for maintaining the security of the institution. The staff's correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• Must meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria.
• Must be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies.
• Must submit the appropriate documentation to support CTAP eligibility: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter), Most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location.
• GL-09: Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree, only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position.
• GL-10: No substitution of education for specialized experience.
• GL-09 and GL-10: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level.
• Experience in the use of a variety of schematic diagrams and testing equipment to test, troubleshoot, modify, calibrate, install, maintain, repair, or construct electronic equipment.
• Experience identifying and correcting electronic deficiencies and recommend improved procedures.
• Experience working in programmable logic controllers, CCTV/DVR systems and fire.
• Experience performing installation, maintenance, operation and testing duties on electronic equipment.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and working from blueprints, drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Experience working with PBX phone switches, trunked radio systems, and electronic fences.
• Must upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience.
• Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).
• All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Maximum entry age of 36 has been established for original appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons institution (unless exempt by prior federal law enforcement coverage).
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
• All applicants are subject to, and must satisfactorily pass all screening requirements in relation to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit check.
• All applicants not currently working in an institution will be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques", three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the physical security of the institution through installation, maintenance and repairs of an array of electronic systems inclusive, but not limited to, PBX telephone switch, trunked radio systems, fire alarm systems, perimeter detection systems, programmable logic controllers and CCTV/DVR systems.
• Maintains, develops modifications, and ensures the reliability of the institution's electronic security and communication systems.
• Provides technical support during the preparation of drawings and specifications for electronic and telecommunication equipment as required by B&F Projects, Work Orders, etc.
• Conducts inspections and performs preventive maintenance as required by policy.
• Maintains security of the institution.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level