Low Voltage Technician
About The Position
The County of Volusia is seeking a Low Voltage Technician for the Facility Management Division in Daytona Beach, Florida. The position installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces electronic systems in County facilities, structures, and buildings, with little or no supervision. The successful candidate needs a strong technical background in access control and video imaging software, the ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and engineering drawings, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent customer service skills are essential. The work includes planning and maintaining electronic systems, cable and fiber-optic installations, equipment repairs, inventory and recordkeeping, and coordination with facilities and IT personnel. The technician may work on call, respond to emergencies, and be assigned to other County locations based on operational needs.
Requirements
- Completion of the eighth grade and four years of progressively responsible experience in electrical maintenance and repair.
- Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.
- Knowledge of electrical and electronic circuit repair and replacement methods and techniques.
- Knowledge of access control and video imaging software.
- Ability to lay out jobs with cost and material estimates.
- Knowledge of other trade areas, public address systems and software, burglar systems, Alerton energy management software (Bac-talk), intercom, CCTV, and/or IED PA systems.
- Knowledge of electrical safety procedures.
- Ability to supervise and/or train unskilled or semi-skilled personnel.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and fellow employees.
- Ability to understand and interpret oral and written communications and instructions.
- Ability to troubleshoot electronic components and circuits.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, plans, and technical specifications in accordance with National Electrical Code guidelines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment, adhere to work-related safety rules and procedures, and work under stressful conditions.
- Ability to relocate to other County locations based on operational needs.
- Ability to perform medium to heavy work, lift objects up to 50 pounds, and carry out strenuous and routine physical work involving continuous standing and walking.
- Ability to see, hear, bend, stoop, reach overhead, climb, grasp, lift, carry, pull, push, and drive; visual acuity sufficient to operate a motorized vehicle.
- Ability to read and comprehend work orders, safety instructions, maps, blueprints, mechanical drawings, instructions, procedures, and memos; perform shop math, write simple sentences, and relay information, data, and details to others.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma.
- At least five years of experience installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electronic systems.
- Electronic or electrical certification or license.
- Experience with Gallagher access systems, ONSSI Ocularis technology, fire alarm systems, and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.
Responsibilities
- Plan, install, maintain, test, and repair electronic equipment.
- Oversee and maintain electronic equipment and control devices.
- Maintain an inventory of repair parts.
- Review electronic contract specifications.
- Plan for the integration of new electronic systems.
- Plan cable wiring and fiber-optic installations.
- Troubleshoot electronic equipment and repair or replace components as needed.
- Keep records concerning electronic equipment.
- Assist with electrician duties.
- Cross-train with and assist other facilities personnel as needed.
- Assist the IT department with electronic planning, repairs, and cable installation.
- Work on call and respond to emergency situations as needed.
- Attend work regularly and consistently and adhere to applicable federal, state, county, and local ordinances.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
