Electronic Technician / Technicien en électronique

ADGA Group; Dorchester; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and technology service provider is currently seeking an electronics technician to perform maintenance, repairs, and calibration of various security systems. Bilingualism (English and French) is essential for this role. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience in maintaining security and communication systems. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Medical/Dental Benefits

Training support

ECO (Emergency call out) pay

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience maintaining security systems.
• Experience with commercial and personal computers.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Calibrate test equipment regularly.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Bilingual in English and French

Interpersonal skills

Technical problem-solving

Education

College degree in relevant fields

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Various security system tools

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking an electronics technician for our client.

Company description: ADGA provides strategic vision, world-class technology and service excellence in the areas of defence, security and enterprise computing to clients in the federal government, other levels of government and the private sector. ADGA is headquartered in Ottawa with offices across Canada and employs more than 800 employees, technical consultants and subject matter experts. Bilingual English/French content is provided where relevant.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with the approved maintenance plans;
• Calibrate all test equipment on a regular basis as per approved calibration plan;
• Restore systems by replacing faulty modules or components and repair faulty modules on-site when feasible;
• Make necessary arrangements to repair modules at the Supplier’s plant or at in-house repair facility or sub-contracted when repair is not possible on site;
• Record all maintenance and repair activities in the MIS (Maintenance Information System);
• Maintain records showing all preventive and corrective maintenance activities, including test results;
• Prepare and submit reports to the Regional Supervisor;
• Perform annual inventory checks of electronic security systems, their major components and major spare parts;
• Inspect and test items returning from repair facilities to ensure proper operation and that they meet all relevant quality parameters;
• Maintain clean working area;
• Comply with all local safety and security codes and regulations as per safety plans at the institution;
• Provide telephone support to other Technicians within and between Workstreams, as required;
• Must be available for on-call services after regular hours as per the on-call schedule; and
• Proactively research, and stay up to date with, newly installed systems to be able to maintain the equipment effectively.

• Complete the On Job Training (OJT) within twelve months of Resource’s start date.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is essential

Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

• A minimum of a college degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in one of the following fields:
  • Industrial Technician
  • Communication Technician
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology
  • Electronic Engineering Technician
  • Electrical Engineering Technology
• A minimum of 1 year of experience within the last 5 years maintaining at least 5 of the systems and/or sub-systems listed below (must include Type of Electronic Equipment and System Maintained, Manufacturer, and Model):
  • Security Systems such as:
    • Perimeter Intrusion Detection System (PIDS)
    • Motion Detection System (MDS)
    • Fence Disturbance System (FDS)
    • PIDS Public Address System (PIDS PA)
    • PIDS Closed Circuit Television (PIDS CCTV)
  • Facility Alarm Annunciation System (FAAS)
  • Personal Portable Alarm System (PPA)
  • Personal Portable Alarm - Locatable System (PPAL)
  • Fixed Point Alarms (FPA)
  • Drone Detections
  • Supplementary Intrusion Detection System (SIDS) CCTV
  • General Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
• Communications Systems such as:
  • Radio System
  • Telephone System
  • Public Address System (PA)
  • Intercom System
  • Messaging System
  • Operational Voice Logger
  • Cell Call System
• Operational Systems such as:
  • Guard Tour System
  • Security Rounds System
  • Door Control System
  • Inmate Voice Intercept and Recording System
  • Access Control Systems
  • In & Out Systems
  • Electronic Key Management System
  • CATV System
• Free Standing Operational Security Tools such as:
  • OC Gas Safes
  • ION Scanners
  • X-Ray Machines
  • Full Body X-Ray Scanner
  • Walk Through Metal Detectors

Demonstrated experience working with commercial and personal computers and their peripherals.

Demonstrated proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point).

Bilingualism (English, French) is essential

This role requires any candidates to currently hold or be eligible to obtain a Federal Government clearance at the enhanced reliability (level 1).

Other Requirements

• The incumbent must be able to communicate his/her ideas clearly, and this requires good interpersonal skills in order to problem solve and interact at the client site effectively.
• Decisions require clear conceptual thinking of complex technical situations; advice must be sought if uncertainty exists.
• CompTIA A+ and Network+ an asset. (Must complete within 6 months from start date)
• Working at heights (Fall Arrest), First Aid, Confined Space and WHMIS certifications are considered assets.

Exigences / Additional French requirements

• Démontrer une connaissance des ordinateurs commerciaux et personnels, et de leurs périphériques.
• Démontre une réflexion conceptuelle claire sur des situations techniques complexes en étant capable d’éliminer les renseignements superflus...

Additional Information

• ECO (Emergency call out) pay $200/rotation
• Paid vacation
• Medical/Dental Benefits
• Safety footware and uniform allowance
• Training support

Work-Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This includes a flexible approach to work and policies to support employees through day-to-day routines and life events. For example, a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) practices into our work culture. Our DEI initiatives foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits program and a competitive base salary, plus options for base or enhanced plans. ADGA provides Health & Dental coverage, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and Telemedicine. Additional benefits include gym membership discounts, Perkoplis perks, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and other employee-centric services and savings programs.