Correctional Electronics Technician: Systems Specialist

State of Connecticut - DOC Willard Cybulski Correctional Inst; Somers (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut Department of Correction is seeking a Correctional Electronics Technician at Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers, CT. This full-time role emphasizes the maintenance and repair of electronic security systems across facilities, including PLCs, detectors, cameras and alarms.

The position offers a stable career with benefits and opportunities for professional growth; duties include training inmates, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring system reliability.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in electronics repair.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical substitution allowed.
• Experience with security systems and electronic equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs electronic security systems and equipment including PLCs, metal detectors, intercoms, paging systems, intrusion alarms, fence alarms, CT video recorders and surveillance cameras.
• Tests and troubleshoots systems using appropriate equipment; documents work and maintains records.
• Trains and supervises inmates in electronics repair and calibration; coordinates with vendors for parts and service.

Skills

Electronics repair

PLC maintenance

Security systems

Radio communications

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Testing equipment

Schematic diagrams

Intercom hardware

Job description

The State of Connecticut Department of Correction is seeking a Correctional Electronics Technician at Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers, CT. This full-time role emphasizes the maintenance and repair of electronic security systems across facilities, including PLCs, detectors, cameras and alarms.

The position offers a stable career with benefits and opportunities for professional growth; duties include training inmates, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring system reliability.