Electronics Technician

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Philadelphia, PA

21d

About The Position

Corrections professionals foster a humane and secure environment and help ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into the community. The Electronics Technician maintains the institution’s physical security by installing, maintaining, modifying, inspecting, and repairing electronic security and communications systems. These systems include PBX telephone switches, trunked radio systems, fire alarms, perimeter detection systems, programmable logic controllers, and CCTV/DVR systems, which support the safety and well-being of staff and inmates. The position also provides technical support for drawings and specifications for electronic and telecommunications equipment associated with projects and work orders. Preventive maintenance and inspections are conducted as required by policy. Like all correctional institution employees, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining institutional security; correctional responsibilities take precedence 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.
• Qualifying experience must demonstrate relevant theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory and the characteristics, functions, operation, and capabilities of various electronic equipment.
• Qualifying experience may include using schematic diagrams, test equipment, and electronic formulas to test, troubleshoot, modify, design, calibrate, install, maintain, repair, construct, develop, or instruct on electronic equipment.
• Qualifying experience may include maintaining custom electronic equipment that is continually modified or adapted, including calibration, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Qualifying experience may include developing policies, standards, and procedures for maintenance or installation, when the work demonstrates specialized knowledge of electronic systems or equipment.
• There is no substitution of education for specialized experience.
• Appointment requires satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation; applicants must also pass 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.
• Successful completion of the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques course in Glynco, Georgia, is required.
• Selective Service requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, modify, and repair electronic security and communication 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 institutional electronic security and communication systems and ensure their reliability.
• Provide technical support in preparing drawings and specifications for electronic and telecommunications equipment for projects, work orders, and related needs.
• Conduct inspections and perform preventive maintenance as required by policy.
• Maintain the security of the institution; correctional responsibilities take precedence over other duties and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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