Electronics Technician/Locksmith Jobs

Global Precision Systems, LLC (GPS), a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is currently seeking a qualified Electronics Technician/Locksmith for the El Centro Facility O&M contract in Southern California. The Electronics/Locksmith Technician will be responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance for all necessary equipment throughout the El Centro DHS/Ice Facility.

$28.64 per hour

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Electronics / Locksmith duties include performing work requiring the application of electronic principles and practices involving the installation, maintenance, calibration, repair, programming, and modification of a variety of electronic and computerized equipment including surveillance / camera equipment, electronic storage / issuance equipment (MORSE KeyWatcher Systems), gate / access controls, test equipment, computers, monitors, televisions, audiovisual equipment, alarm systems, telephone interconnect and switching equipment, data terminals and printing systems, grounding systems and surge protection equipment. Duties also include maintaining and repairing locks, maintaining records of assigned keys, preventive maintenance as required. Locating parts / equipment needed and submitting quotes for review.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of experience as a locksmith in a correctional or commercial facility dealing with High Security Locks (ie. ASSA, Falcon / Best, Fortress, Southern Steel, ADTEC, CPC). Completion of an approved vocational training program in locksmithing may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience on a month- for-month basis; or experience in a recognized apprenticeship program involving 2,000 hours per year may be substituted on a month-for- month basis for the entire two-year experience requirement. Must have a current and active Locksmith License issued by the State of California. Experience using Oxygen / Acetylene cutting tools, Circular Saw and various types of welding processes.
• Experience: experienced in working and servicing electronics equipment.
• Sound knowledge of the principles of electronics including fundamentals of electricity. Knowledge of the methods and materials used in repair and maintenance of electronic instruments and devices. Ability to read and interpret complex diagrams and specifications, and to modify complex electronic instruments and devices. Minimum 2 years work experience as Electronics Technician in complex with central communications plant.

• Knowledge of: Methods, material, tools, and equipment used in trade of a locksmith.
• Ability to: Read shop drawings and work from plans and specifications; understand and carry out oral and/or written directions; read and write at a level appropriate to the classification. Communicate effectively at a level necessary to establish and maintain a professional and cooperative relationship with individuals or groups. Understand and carry out oral and /or written instructions under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Persons appointed to positions in this class must be reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental, and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees or that of inmates. Must have the ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Assignments during tour of duty may include sole responsibility for the Supervision of tools and equipment in presence of inmates.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

GPS operates from an office space inside the DHS/Ice Secured facility from which we base our operations. Technicians will report to this office daily for assignments.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.