Electronics Technician, Maintenance I

Description

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location: Yakima, WA

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 34-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

We are currently seeking to hire an Electronics Technician, Maintenance I for our facilities at the Yakima Training Center (DMPRC) in Yakima, WA. SA-TECH provides, maintains, operates and sustains the Digital Range Training System (DRTS) fielded instrumentation for the Training Center. The position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing a variety electronic and electrical equipment.

The Electronics Technician Maintenance I applies basic technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks following detailed instructions, performs such tasks as replacing components, wiring circuits, repairing simple electronic equipment; and taking test readings using common instruments such as digital multi-meters, signal generators, semiconductor testers, curve tracers, and oscilloscopes. This technician works under close supervision receiving technical guidance from a supervisor or higher-level technicians.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various types of electronic and electrical equipment.
• Apply basic technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks following detailed instructions.
• Replace components and wiring circuits using soldering and circuit card re-work stations.
• Take test readings using common instruments such as digital multi-meters, ammeters, signal generators, semiconductor testers, curve tracers, and oscilloscopes.
• Proficient operation of personal and network computers using Microsoft Office products.
• Record work performed in a maintenance information system.
• Works under close supervision receiving technical guidance from supervisor or higher-level technician.
• Work is checked frequently for accuracy.

Working Conditions:

• Year-round work indoors and outdoors is required with work performed in a repair shop setting and/or in field conditions.
• Outdoor work is performed in an environment with high dust, pollen, and wind.
• Some work may need to be performed in close-quarters conditions.
• Work is subject to high noise levels and vibrations.
• Requires physical presence around high voltage, machinery and unprotected heights.
• Work may require protective clothing and equipment for feet, hands, head, eyes, and ears.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch; frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Shift work (first, second, and third) and occasional holiday work is required.
• Travel to other program locations (Temporary Duty Assignments) is required as needed for added support.
• Frequent interaction with military and government personnel.

Requirements

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent) and technical training in the electromechanical field.
• Working knowledge of electronics, hydraulics, woodworking and mechanical apparatus.
• Background in basic electricity and hydraulics, military equipment, and/or wireless WAN networking procedures.
• Requires the ability to operate and speak clearly over military hand-held radios and telephones.
• Operate a four-wheeled drive vehicle up to one ton in off-road conditions.
• Works well with others on a team and has strong communication skills and a customer-service attitude.
• Ability to lift and carry items not to exceed 50 lbs., unassisted.
• Physical dexterity to push/pull, climb/balance, bend/stoop, twist/turn, kneel/crouch, crawl, reach overhead, grasp, use feet for foot controls.
• Ability to stand unaided for eight (8) hours or more.
• Current State Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental ve