Electronics Technician

Job Title*THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*DutiesDuties will include, but may not be limited to the following:Provides comprehensive technical support for automated equipment systems (e.g., automatic packaging systems, tote conveyor systems, and drug dosing machines) assembled from numerous constituent units or subsystems including components such as controllers, sensors, bar code scanners, industrial controls and equipment, and pulse and counting mechanisms;Performs preventive maintenance, installation, evaluation of system performance, repair, calibration, modification, and programming/reprogramming for various manufacturers' and models of programmable logic controllers (PLCs);Troubleshoots equipment problems and takes corrective actions to restore devices to fully operational levels;Evaluates corrective action alternatives for cost effectiveness, considering device repair history, device age and expected remaining lifetime, user needs, and parts availability;Recommends equipment replacement in lieu of repair;Identifies interim solutions when parts or outside service are not immediately available to minimize detrimental impact on program deliverables;Evaluates systems and subsystems and determines which test and calibration equipment is required, evaluates compatibility between subsystems, and makes modifications to interconnections, as necessary, to increase reliability of the overall system;Coordinates and performs preventive maintenance and frequent inspections within the context of the preventive maintenance and periodic inspection program;Assists the supervisor in writing preventive maintenance procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, lock-out, tag-out (LOTO) requirements, and contract specifications required for system maintenance programs and demand repairs;Advises and consults with the supervisor on equipment matters pertaining to the selection, installation, or modification of equipment and evaluation of and solutions to unusual maintenance problems;Assists in installing and putting in operation control systems;Works with contractors during installation and modification of equipment system specifications, if needed, to adapt equipment to the system/environment;Assists in basic computer and printer maintenance and day-to-day operations, maintenance, and repair of computer equipment; andPerforms all other duties assigned.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pmRecruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorizedCritical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved