ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN 4

Electronics Technician 4

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual(s) for the position of Electronics Technician 4 (ET4) at the Monroe Correctional Complex in Monroe, WA. The Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 1400 bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Employing approximately 1200 staff, the complex consists of five major units; the Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC), a large mental health in patient treatment unit, Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), Intensive Management Unit (IMU), and the Minimum Security Unit (MSU). Services provided at the Monroe Correctional Complex include; custody and security, classification, education, Incarcerated Individual work programs, health care (both patient and outpatient), mental health care, sex offender treatment, food service, maintenance, personnel, recreation, volunteer services, religious services, library services, Incarcerated Individual records, visiting and extended family visits. The Department of Corrections (DOC), as a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State. Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

Duties

The Electronics Technician 4 (ET4) reports to a Maintenance Specialist 4 at MCC. This position operates, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems and controls in support of correctional/custody facilities and operations. The Department of Corrections in collaboration with its criminal justice partners, victims, citizens, and other stakeholders will enhance community safety, reduce victimization, and hold offenders accountable through the administration of criminal sanctions and effective correctional programs. The ET4 supports this mission by installing, maintaining, repairing, and testing electronic systems used in communication, alarm, video monitoring/recording and security locking. The ET4 supervises offenders and instructs personnel in the proper operation and maintenance of electronic systems and equipment at the Monroe Correctional Complex. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as lead technician and perform work in layout, installation, of computer, electronic and control equipment.
• Administer, test, troubleshoot, maintain, repair Local Area Networks, hardware, software, and equipment that operate prison security and/or communications systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, maintain, repair analog, and/or digital electronic equipment used in 24/7 security and alarm surveillance.
• Diagnose, analyze and repair failures on security networks, servers, computers; IP addressing, installed hardware/ operating systems/software. Set up and configure network systems using current security features.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair networked door control systems including touchscreen interface, PC workstations, servers, cabling, electric cell locks, switches, relays, PLC's, control transfer systems and fire alarm systems.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair networked security video systems including: cameras, TV/monitors, workstations, servers, encoders, cabling. Diagnose and repair software, licensing, and network communication issues.
• Perform skilled technical work on mobile radio systems including the 800 MHz trunked communications system, digital radios, supporting computer systems and networks. Utilize computer software and electronic test equipment, perform system diagnostics to troubleshoot and resolve problems. Program handheld and vehicle mounted radios. Maintain current record of radios, numbers, programming, audio recording.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair perimeter shaker fences and microwave fence intrusion detectors, public address systems, battery backup (UPS) systems, fire alarm panels, intercom systems.
• Install, conduct frequent inspections to maintain, troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment to component level.
• Monitor, maintain, troubleshoot and repair CATV television distribution system and equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain network, coaxial, twisted pair or fiber-optic cabling and raceway or conduit.
• Interface with appropriate staff to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Review plans/specs, schematics, technical manuals and as-built drawings.
• Instruct staff and personnel in the proper operation and minor maintenance of assigned equipment to include maintaining and supporting security computer system.
• Under direction of a Maintenance Specialist 4 take lead role on facility electronic projects. Layout and schedule work and coordinate tasks between trades. Prepare material, labor and cost estimates and projections.
• Make recommendations to replace or modify/upgrade systems when they have exceeded their capabilities, economical repair or impending failure due to condition or reaching end of life. Keep current with industry standards and become familiar with new products and methods used in fulfilling primary duties.
• Assist and/or oversee vendor warranty repairs.
• Interface with appropriate staff to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Shop Administration / Management
• Reactionary repair, emergency response.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Required:

• High School graduate or GED
• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Washington State EL06 electrical license
• Two years of experience and completion of recognized apprenticeship or four years of applicable work experience or vocational training.

OR:

• One year of experience as an Electronics Technician 3.

AND:

• Familiarity with electronic system design/layout, systems/hardware
• Ability to use sound judgment, demonstrate problem solving on difficult maintenance and project problems.
• Understand and interpret written and oral directions, specifications and plans.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, documents and specifications and complete projects on schedule, within specifications and budget.

Supplemental Information

Vision: Working together for safer communities. Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives. Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington. DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

Important Notes:

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• A resume is not an adequate substitute for job history on your application. The job history section must be filled out for your application to be considered complete.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.

We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.

Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.

Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.

Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WA