Senior Trades Worker- Working Title: Electronic Security/Fire Alarm Technician - Facility Management

County of Volusia; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Volusia is seeking a Tradesworker III to install and maintain electronic security and fire alarm systems. This role requires a strong technical background and excellent customer service skills. The candidate will work independently and respond to emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in maintenance and repair.
• Journeyman level experience in skilled trades.

Responsibilities

• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic systems.
• Maintains repair part inventory and oversees electronic equipment.

Skills

Technical Background

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Access Control Software

Video Imaging Software

Electrical Safety Procedures

Job description

The County of Volusia is seeking a Tradesworker III (Working Title: Electronic Security/Fire Alarm Technician) for the Facilities Division located in Daytona Beach, Florida. This position is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing and replacing electronic systems in the County of Volusia facilities, structures and buildings with little or no supervision. The candidate must have a strong technical background in access control and video imaging software, as well as, having the ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and engineering drawings and be able to work both independently and in a team environment. Excellent customer service is a must to keep with Volusia County's customer service standards.

**Note: Applicants must be willing to respond to emergencies outside normal working hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

Duties vary depending on location/position of assignment.

• Plans for, installs, maintains, tests, and repairs electronic equipment.
• Oversees and maintains electronic equipment and control devices.
• Maintains repair part inventory.
• Reviews electronic contract specifications.
• Plans for integration of new electronic systems.
• Plans for cable wiring/fiber optics.
• Troubleshoots electronic equipment and repairs or replaces.
• Keep records concerning electronic equipment.
• Assists with Electrician duties.
• Cross trains with and assists other facilities personnel on an as needed basis.
• Assists IT department with electronic planning and repair and cable installation.
• Must be able to work on call and respond in emergency situations as needed and at all times.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Must adhere to federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High School diploma or possession of GED and Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance and repair in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, mechanical, air conditioning, painting, pipe installation and repair, concrete or brick work.

Journeyman level experience in one or more of the skilled trades, (e.g. plumbing, pipe laying, carpentry, electrical, mechanical, masonry, air conditioning, painting, etc.).

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

CDL (level to be determined by division) may be required depending on position assignment.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Electronic or electrical certification/license and/orexperience with Gallagher access systems, ONSSI Ocularis technology, fire alarm systems andNational Association Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) standards is a plus! BASA / FASA Certified.

• All the knowledge of the lower level trades workers.
• Skilled in laying out jobs with cost and material estimates.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic circuit repair and replacement methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of access control and video imaging software.
• Knowledge of other trade areas.
• Knowledge of Public Address systems and software.
• Knowledge ofburglarsystems.
• Knowledge of intercom, Closed Circuit TV (CCTV), and/or Innovative Electronic Designs (IED) PA systems.
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures.
• Ability to supervise and/or train unskilled/semi-skilled subordinate personnel.
• Abilityto develop and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and fellow employees.
• Ability to understand and interpret oral and written communications and instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic components and circuits.
• Abilityto interpret blueprints, plans and technical specifications in accordance with National Electrical Code guidelines.
• Abilityto work independently, have strong interpersonal skills and be willing to assume additional projects when assigned.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to adhere to all work-related safety rules & procedures.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands:Medium to heavy work. Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous and routine physical work to include continuous standing and walking. Ability to see, hear, bend, stoop, reach overhead, climb, grasp, lift, carry, pull, push, drive. Visual acuity (peripheral vision, depth perception, color, acuity) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.

Mental Demands:Ability to read and comprehend work orders, safety instructions, maps, blueprints, mechanical drawings, instructions, procedures, memos. Skilled in performing shop math. Skilled in writing simple sentences relaying information, data and details to others.

Environmental Demands: Inside and outside work. May require exposure to inclement weather (heat, humidity, cold, rain), hazardous conditions, chemicals, dust, confined spaces and poor ventilation.

Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.