Electronics Mechanic

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Erie VA Medical Center seeks an Electronics Mechanic to maintain, repair, install, modify, and troubleshoot complex electronic systems and equipment. The role requires using manual and automated test equipment and reading complex drawings, schematics, and technical information to support maintenance work.

Work involves installing access control, fire alarm, CCTV, and data systems, and performing preventive and corrective maintenance in a well-lit, ventilated environment with safety in mind.

Qualifications

• Evidence of training or experience sufficient to perform electronics work.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Experience using manual and automated test equipment for maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, installs, modifies, and performs operational checks on complex electronic equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoots electronics to identify improper operation, isolate causes and determine corrective action.
• Installs and maintains access control, fire alarm, CCTV, intrusion detection, intercom, panic, and mass notification systems.
• Uses test equipment to evaluate, align, and verify proper system operation.

Skills

Electronics repair

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Test equipment handling

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Summary

This position is located at the Erie VA Medical Center. The work involves fabricating - overhauling - modifying - installing - troubleshooting - repairing - and maintaining electronic equipment. The position requires knowledge of electronic principles - use of manual and automated test equipment - and the ability to recognize improper operation - locate causes - and determine corrective action.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 09/30/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required - but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge - skills - and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element - which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Electronics Equipment Assembly - Installation - Repair Ingenuity Test Equipment - Electronics Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment) Use Hand and Power Tools - Electronics Without more than normal supervision Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience - including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. - Peace Corps - AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. - professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies - knowledge - and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The employee frequently lifts and carries unassisted items weighing up to 40 pounds. They are sometimes required to lift and carry items weighing more than 50 pounds with the help of weight-handling equipment or assistance from other workers. The work requires frequent standing - walking - bending - crouching - reaching - and stooping. Climbing and working in high places may be required. Some work may require the use of magnifying lenses - eye loops - and microscopes to accomplish repairs on miniature components. Working Conditions: The employee typically works in well-lit - heated - and ventilated areas. Work is sometimes performed in high or restricted places - under conditions of heat and cold - and outside in inclement weather. The employee is exposed to the possibility of electrical shock - burns from electrical or RF energy or hot solder - and cuts and bruises.

Duties

• Major Duties: Maintains - repairs - installs - modifies - and performs operational checks on complex electronic equipment and systems
• Troubleshoots electronic equipment to identify improper operation - isolate causes - and determine corrective action
• Overhauls and repairs integrated electronic systems containing numerous complex components and assemblies
• Uses manual and automated test equipment to evaluate - align - and verify proper system operation
• Installs - maintains - and repairs access control - fire alarm - CCTV - intrusion detection - intercom - panic - and mass notification systems
• Installs - tests - maintains - and repairs data cabling - fiber links - networking equipment - and related communication systems
• Uses computers and specialized software to program - realign - monitor - and diagnose electronic systems and components
• Reads and interprets complex drawings - schematics - specifications - and technical information to support maintenance and repair activities
• Modifies electronic systems by adding - removing - or altering components to improve or restore system performance
• Repairs - replaces - and installs mechanical and electronic locking systems - including magnetic stripe and keypad locks
• Establishes and maintains master key systems - determines keying requirements - and cuts or duplicates keys using appropriate equipment
• Repairs - replaces - and changes combination locks on secured equipment and vaults
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Authorized
• Position Description Title/PD#: Electronics Mechanic/PD562-071380 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.