Electronic Technician

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Electronic Technician (Facilities Management Division). THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. The Electronics Technician responsibilities include performing installation, maintenance and improvement of various electronic equipment and machinery. Troubleshoots computers, machinery, flow measuring devices, sensors, analog/digital controllers, programmable controllers, transmitters and receivers, detecting devices, and other alternating and direct current devices. Requires specialized knowledge of various Building Automation systems and related computer systems including chiller controls, air handler control units, variable air volume controls, etc. Knowledgeable of HVAC Building Automation System software and networking hardware. Supervises improvement, repair and replacement of parts to convert obsolete equipment and machinery to conform to current control loop design and construction standards. Uses computerized maintenance management software to document statuses of maintenance work orders. General Description Performs skilled technical work in the installation, adjustment, maintenance, and modification of electronic equipment. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires three (3) years of working with electronics and low and high voltage or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Possess and maintain valid Florida Class "E" Driver's License for duration of assignment. Preferences * Graduation from an accredited Electronics or HVAC vocational school * Associates Degree or higher in Electronics or closely related field * LEED Green Associate * At least three (3) years hands on Building Automation Experience * At least three (3) years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting air conditioning and refrigeration systems * At least three (3) years of experience using Desigo and Trane Tracer BAS Software * At least three (3) years of experience using Johnson Controls Metasys Software * At least three (3) years of experience using MS Excel Duties and Responsibilities The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Supervises subordinates in the use of a variety of instrumentation and electronic equipment including electronic tests, pneumatic/hydraulic testers, computers, master controllers, shop tools, and other specialized devices. Installs, adjusts, and maintains alternating and direct current devices, sensors, recorders, analog/digital parameter transmitters and receivers; installs and tests special equipment such as antennae, frequency monitors, microphones, cable and electrical interference suppressors. Installs, adjusts, and maintains medium high and ultra-high frequency alternating and direct current radio receivers, transmitters, and auxiliaries according to diagrams, drawings and sketches. Supervises and participates in the installation, adjustment, repair, and maintenance of flow loop system, alternating and direct current circuitry with solid state electronic micro circuitry, pneumatic control systems, and related equipment. Supervises and participates in on-site maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting work. Assigns work to subordinate technicians, participates in the more difficult phases of installation, adjustment, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computers, flow measuring devices, sensors, analog/digital controllers, programmable controllers, transmitters and receivers, detecting devices, and other alternating and direct current devices. Supervises complete overhaul, including adjusting, repairing, and replacing parts and converting obsolete equipment to conform to present control loop design and construction standards. Makes recommendations to superiors for the improvement of instrumentation, industrial electronic/electrical, pneumatic/mechanical control devices and digital frequency shift telemetry. Estimates time and materials required for proposed jobs maintains records and submits various reports requisitions supplies and equipment; prepares and maintains operating and special reports as required by superior. Performs related work as assigned. Competencies Tech Savvy : Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Investigates technologies to learn some cutting-edge best practices. Uses digital/social media to benefit the team and add value to the work being done; understands how to avoid misuse of these tools. Manages Complexity : Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options. Decision Quality : Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement. Directs Work : Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Asks questions to understand the desired outcomes for the role; confirms accountabilities with others so that work can be done effectively and efficiently; informs stakeholders when there are delays or problems that will affect them. Plans and Aligns : Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work. Ensures Accountability : Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commit