Electronics Technician I

Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center, Morganton, NC, seeks an Electronics Technician I (S) to assist with installation, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of fire alarm systems, pneumatic, electrical and electronic controls, and a LAN data distribution system across the campus.

The role requires 1st shift hours (7:30 am - 4:00 pm) with potential evening/on-call duties; the facility emphasizes safety, reliability, and

Qualifications

• Documented maintenance and/or repair experience with fire alarm systems, computers, T.V's, and/or PA systems.
• Documented work related experience in a commercial setting (ex: school, hospital, intuitional).
• Documented work experience with fire alarm systems.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Computers

TVs

PA systems

Tools

LAN networks

Satellite TV distribution

Public address systems

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Electronics Technician I (S)

Position Number

60038526

Grade

NC09

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The purpose of this position is to assist with the installation, maintenance, diagnoses, and repair of problems associated with: numerous fire alarm systems; pneumatic, electrical and electronic controls; a Local Area Network computer data distribution system serving 250+ personal computers; a satellite television distribution system serving 233+ television sets; a public address system serving 500 speakers; all of which are distributed over 200 acres and encompass 500,000 square feet of enclosed building area.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $41,206.00 - $72,113.00

Recruitment Range: $41,206.00 - $72,113.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs )/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented maintenance and/or repair experience with fire alarm systems, computers, T.V's, and/or PA systems.
• Documented work related experience in a commercial setting (ex: school, hospital, intuitional).
• Documented work experience with fire alarm systems.

Physical Requirements

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Shift Hours

1 st shift (7:30 am - 4:00 pm), Monday - Friday, work schedule may vary and include evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency hours. This position is also a mandatory on-call position.

About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities.

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville, home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.