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Electronics Technician III

Job Description

Position Number:

101803

Title:

Electronics Technician III

Functional Title:

Electronics Technician III

Category Status:

20-Nonexempt,Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.000

Unit:

VPA-Public Safety

Hiring Range Minimum:

$60,673.00 

Hiring Range Maximum:

$72,808.00 

Benefits Summary

Top Benefits and Perks:

Nonexempt Benefits Summary

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.

The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex electronic security support work applying proper methods, techniques, and procedures. Handles assigned electronic and physical security requests. May lead and train lower-level electronic technicians. This position is considered essential and is subject to a 24/7 span of operations. Normal day working hours with on-call status for after-hours and/or weekends (rotating schedule).

*Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive background check including an oral Interview, medical examination, fingerprint, and drug screening. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:
Six years in related work.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Thorough knowledge of the basic electronics principles and the materials, elements, and products applicable to the area of specialization. 
  • Thorough knowledge and skill in the application of principles of applied arithmetic, geometry, and trigonometry and the system of measure applicable to the specialization; in reading and interpreting technical specifications and drawings; in fabricating and assembling electromechanical and structural components and equipment from drawings and specifications; in setting up and calibrating instruments and preparing equipment for testing; in operating equipment applicable to the job according to standard safety practices. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to prepare reports and detailed procedures; to use personal computers; to lead and train others in technical electronics support work; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments; confined spaces; and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Other:
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Preferences:



Additional Certifications:

Class C Driver’s License.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

  • Incumbent must be able to handle a variety of problems and situations. T
  • his position is considered ESSENTIAL and is subject to a 24/7 span of operations. 
  • Must be able to work in, on and around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls and equipment and machinery; to work in confined spaces; and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Posting Date:

10/03/2024

Closing Date:

10/25/2024

Open Until Filled

No

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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