Electronic Technician I

Chenega MIOS SBU; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega MIOS SBU is seeking an Electronic Technician I to assist with installation, setup, and basic maintenance of electronic security systems. The role works under senior technicians across low‑voltage, surveillance, access control, and related technologies at customer sites.

Responsibilities include cable pulling preparations, terminations, testing, mounting, and blueprint interpretation. Candidates should have at least one year of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and

Qualifications

• Must have at least a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparations for cable pulling.
• Assist in cable pulling (18-2, RG 6, Cat5e, Fiber Optics).
• Assist in cable terminations (butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks, BNC).
• Assist in cable testing (VOM, continuity tester, TDR, OTDR).
• Assist in mounting devices (Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Locate field devices on blueprints and interpret elevation/mounting details.
• Identify ESS codes/standards and different cable types and usages.
• Identify connector types and usages.
• Assist in installing raceways and pathways.
• Assist in simple conduit bends and terminating devices.
• Repair and maintain electronic security system equipment.

Skills

English proficiency

Apprenticeship core curriculum

OSHA 10

First Aid/CPR

Powder actuated tools

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D

Job description

Overview

The Electronic Technician I supports Chenega’s mission by assisting with the installation, setup, and basic maintenance of electronic security systems and related equipment. Working under the guidance of senior technicians, this entry‑level role contributes to the successful deployment of low‑voltage, surveillance, access control, and security technologies across customer sites. **This recruitment is intended to establish a qualified candidate pipeline for current and future vacancies**

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparations for cable pulling.
• Assist in cable pulling (i.e. 18-2, RG 6, Cat5e, Fiber Optics).
• Assist in cable terminations. (i.e. butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC).
• Assist in cable testing. (i.e. VOM, Continuity tester, TDR, OTDR).
• Assist in mounting devices. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Locate TSS field devices on a blueprint. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Accurately interpret elevation & mounting details on a blueprint to install field devices.
• Identify the differences between ESS codes and standards to complete a given task. (i.e. pulling cables, mounting field devices, terminating cables).
• Identify different types of cables and their usages. (i.e. Cable Markings, Class 2 & 3, Communication, Plenum, Shielded, High Performance).
• Identify different types of connectors and their usages. (i.e. butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC).
• Assist in installing raceways and pathways.
• Assist in simple conduit bends as needed. (i.e. 90 & Off sets to connect head end devices).
• Assist in terminating devices. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Repair and maintain electronic security system equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D along with reading, writing, and analytic skills.
• Must be able to speak, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Active Secret clearance is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in the following areas: Apprenticeship Core Curriculum, Apprenticeship Level One Curriculum, OSHA 10, Ethic Training, First Aid/CPR, Powder Actuated Tools, VA DCJS.
• Prior experience in construction and or electronic security work preferred.
• OEM Electronic Security System certifications are a plus, but not required for this position.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 85 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $35.18/Hr.