Region Maintenance Electronics Technician

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established state agency is seeking an Electronics Technician II to join their dedicated team. This full-time position involves maintaining and repairing complex electronic systems across various institutions. The successful candidate will enjoy a rewarding career with a focus on work-life balance and strong state benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans. Join a mission-driven organization where your contributions will make a significant impact on community safety and rehabilitation efforts. If you are passionate about electronics and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Journeyman level experience in electronics maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work independently and read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Complete electronics preventative maintenance and equipment replacements.
• Assist with electronic maintenance at regional institutions.

Skills

Installation of electronic systems

Troubleshooting electronic components

Reading blueprints

Programming fire alarm systems

Testing of electronic systems

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Tools

Standard test equipment

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC) is the largest state agency and is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons, Correction Enterprises, Division of Community Corrections, and Reentry Programs and Services. We have a mission that matters!

The NCDAC / Support Services / Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) is recruiting for an energized and collaborative Electronics Technician II to be a part of the Piedmont Region Maintenance Team. This position has a duty station at Scotland Correctional Institution in Laurinburg, NC and will be tasked with completing electronics preventative maintenance and like-in-kind Force Account system replacements.

A successful candidate for this position shall have journeyman level experience in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of electronics systems, equipment, and machinery; be able to work independently to complete work assignments received by a supervisor; read and interpret blueprints; and perform other assigned duties.

This position requires the daily commute to Scotland Correctional Institution in Laurinburg, NC, while also assisting the Piedmont Region Maintenance Team with electronic preventative maintenance at other regional Institutions. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. The work schedule is Monday – Friday and may require some weekend work and overnight travel to meet the demands of the organization.

If you desire a financially rewarding career that includes great work / life balance and is coupled with strong state benefits including retirement, health insurance, vacation leave, sick leave, and paid holidays, please apply today!

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC11. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application.

• Demonstrated experience in the installation, programming, testing, and troubleshooting of head end control equipment used with class A loop building fire alarm life safety systems, internet and phone communication systems, tool control systems, video surveillance systems, electronic and pneumatic security control systems, perimeter security systems, AND / OR building automation systems.
• Demonstrated experience in the installation of low voltage conduit and circuitry for class A loop building fire alarm life safety systems, internet and phone communication systems, tool control systems, video surveillance systems, electronic and pneumatic security control systems, perimeter security systems, AND / OR building automation systems.
• Demonstrated experience with standard test equipment to diagnose electronic components.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.

Minimum Education and Experience: Associate's degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws.

The Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) serves as the NCDAC Capital Project Coordinator (CPC) and is tasked with coordinating all capital improvement, new construction, renovation, and repair projects with the State Construction Office (SCO). DECM also acts as the DAC representative on matters involving the State Property Office and State Building Commission.

We support the Institutions and Facilities directly and indirectly by installing and maintaining kitchen, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and electronics equipment. The DECM-Engineering team consists of experts in architectural and engineering design, property services, project management, and sustainability, efficiency, and resiliency (SE&R).

Through valuable rehabilitation and training for offenders, we aim to improve recidivism rates. DECM-Construction undertakes construction, renovation, and major maintenance projects that involve longer periods of resource allocation with a focus on enhancing the department's infrastructure assets.

DAC 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.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.