Electronics Technician II

Description Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents. Established in 1994, Nauticus is a maritime discovery center that hosts 350,000 visitors annually and is home to the Nauticus Museum, Sail Nauticus sailing center, Schooner Virginia, the Battleship Wisconsin and the Half Moone Cruise Terminal. Nauticus' mission is to bene?t the community through education, impactful experiences and by sharing access to maritime resources. Nauticus is a maritime discovery center located along the downtown waterfront, Norfolk offering a unique form of experiential learning for all ages. Through interactive exhibits and STEM to STERN programming, Nauticus uses the museum, Battleship Wisconsin, sailing center, and Schooner Virginia to tell the story of the maritime environment, industry, and the military. Nauticus is seeking a skilled and experienced Electronics Technician II. The ideal candidate will repair, maintain, troubleshoot, and install electronic equipment and systems, and exhibitory. This role supports the reliable operation of devices ranging from communication systems and control panels to sensors, instrumentation, and circuit-based hardware. Essential Functions Maintains and updates exhibits, displays, or technical demonstrations as required Perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and installation of electronic equipment by interpreting technical manuals and documentation Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment issues using technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools and recommends replacement parts or upgrades. Installs electronic components, replacement parts, and system upgrades Gathers technical data and system information to support maintenance records, reports, and operational decisions Provides supervisory support, including task coordination, workflow oversight, and mentoring of junior personnel Operates and maintains audio and video equipment, performing duties as an operator and trainer for presentations and events. Install electronic components and systems using appropriate tools, test equipment, and reference materials, while providing progress reports as required Gather diagnostic information on failed electronics, including contacting manufacturers and local vendors to determine repair options and technical solutions Education/Experience Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Required Two years of experience in electronics or as an Electronics Technician. Additional Information & Requirements Valid Driver's License required. Work Schedule Friday through Tuesday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Off Wednesday and Thursday. May be needed Holidays, nights, and as operationally needed. Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking. Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization. Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union. Retirement If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre‑tax payroll deduction. If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre‑tax payroll deduction. The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self‑development and education. Permanent full‑time and permanent part‑time classified, unclassified permanent, full‑time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution. Note The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type. Non‑City Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non‑City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions. The expected hiring salary range for this position is $53,654.39 to $61,659.65. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Norfolk, VA