U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 1 day ago
Electronics Mechanic
Lyons, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$34/hr - $40/hrThe U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Electronics Mechanic for the VA New Jersey Health Care System. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining non-medical electronic systems and equipment, primarily safety, security, and communication systems throughout the medical centers.
GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Troubleshoots and repairs defective electronic systems and equipment including intercom systems, nurse call systems, panic alarms, security alarm systems and fire alarm systems, also works on televisions, satellite systems, VCR's and CCTV's
Works from manufacturer's specifications, schematics, block diagrams, and technical orders
Determines the operation of circuits, locates the points from which to take readings, analyzes schematic layout and makes preliminary visual inspections and operational tests to determine components causing malfunctions or invalid readings
Makes repairs by replacing damaged, missing, burnt or faulty items
Sets up and operates computer controlled automatic test equipment to test and troubleshoot various components and assemblies of electronic equipment
Plans work required and sequence of operations to perform work
Prepares labor and material cost estimates on proposed jobs
Fabricates parts or assembly of systems from available parts and orders all electronic parts
Maintains shop records on inventory, equipment repairs, purchases, etc
Updates computer database with regard to work orders, inventory, repair histories and vendors
Ensures ongoing preventive maintenance program
Assists and/or installs fire alarms
Performs all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to do the work of a Journeymen level Electronics Mechanic - WG-10 - without more than normal supervision
Experience utilizing diagnostic techniques for electronic equipment and networked systems
Applying problem solving techniques to resolve difficulties with equipment/systems
Inspecting, maintaining, installing and repairing various systems (i.e. cable TV, fire alarms, PA systems, nurse call, etc.)
Communicating and explaining work practices
Frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 pounds
Occasionally lifting objects up to 50 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or assistance from other workers
Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping in a variety of cramped and awkward positions
Climbing and working in high places may be required
Some work may require the aid of magnifying lenses, eye loops, and microscopes to accomplish repairs on miniature components
Experience in Electronics Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment), Use Hand and Power Tools - Electronics
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