The incumbent is a Senior-Level Electronics Technician assigned to Engineering Service. Incumbent has primary responsibility for the comprehensive technical support of nurse call system, guest Wi-Fi, video monitoring, TVs, panic alarms, temperature monitoring systems, physical security access control systems, distributed antenna systems, and associated devices that may consist of computers and network components.

Duties

Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to: Provides maintenance, preventive maintenance, calibration, inspection, installation, evaluation, and repairs. Plans, analyzes, documents, tests, implements, installs, integrates, maintains, and modifies equipment. Maintains inventory of computer software and library of original software distributed by manufacturers and vendors. Responsible for upgrades of hardware or software as supplied by manufacturer or vendor. Improves efficiency and effectiveness of processes by utilizing knowledge of supported SPS information systems (I.E. firmware, software and hardware). Excellent knowledge of computer and network based on Comms electronic systems to include interfacing, theory of assigned networked methodologies for all assigned special purpose facility systems: Qmatic, guest WiFi and networking. Completes maintenance of complex equipment and systems as necessary or assigned. Maintains inventory of computer software and library of original software distributed by manufacturers and vendors. Determines if equipment is performing satisfactorily. Making this determination will require selecting or designing test setups and employ them to evaluate equipment performance to ensure the validity and efficiency of operation. Utilizes modern computer technology as well as conventional and Specialized Test Equipment (STE) to accomplish his/her assignments. Selects or designs test setups and employ them to evaluate equipment performance to ensure the validity and efficiency of operation. Maintenance, preventive maintenance, calibration, inspection, installation, evaluation, and repairs of nurse call system, guest Wi-Fi, video monitoring, TVs, panic alarms, temperature monitoring systems, physical security access control systems, distributed antenna systems, and associated devices that may consist of computers and network components. Subject matter expert in maintaining Special Purpose Systems (SPS) integrations and operations supported by the Communication & Customer Experience Service. Resolves supported SPS issues for software, hardware, configurations, installation and upgrades. Collaborates with technical, clinical and administrative staff to develop and/or maintain system requirements while understanding system capabilities and limitations. Improves efficiency and effectiveness of processes by utilizing knowledge of supported SPS information systems (I.E. firmware, software and hardware). Conducts tests to analyze usability and comfort level of the user and/or customer, ensuring adaptability of the process. Develops, executes and manages complex support SPS projects that support the Communications & Customer Experience Service. Works independent of supervision regarding the design method or technique, unless guidance is necessary to integrate the design into a larger assembly or system. Applies new methods to solve complex, intricate, sensitive, and/or unprecedented problems and resolves most conflicts as they come up. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Position Description/PD#: Electronics Technician/PD13236A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Physical Requirements: The work is a combination of sedentary and requiring physical effort and exertion such as e.g., walking, standing, carrying light items such as manuals or briefcases, or driving or traveling by motor vehicle. Long periods of standing, bending, and stooping is also required to observe and study work operations in project construction areas/sites, confined spaces, use of scaffolding multi-stories tall, mechanical equipment rooms, and other spaces that are noisy, dirty and close quarters, and lifting of light to moderate heavy items weighing less than 50 pounds. Work Environment: The work area is generally adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated typical of such places as offices, training rooms, and libraries. The work environment also involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. There are regular and reoccurring visits (at least 25% of duty time) to work sites, mechanical equipment rooms, confined spaces, use of scaffolding, and other spaces that are noisy, dusty, where strong odors exist, dirty and close quarters which may involve moderate risks or discomforts. Worksites are often outside or on rooftops and requires work in inclement weather. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in many of these spaces and required to be worn to ensure safety on a daily basis in construction zones. There will be regular and reoccurring exposure to moderate risks or discomforts in storage areas, mechanical equipment rooms, boiler plants and steam tunnels, outdoor conditions involving exposure to cold/hot weather, rain, and wind.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/26/2024. INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: This series covers technical positions supervising, leading, or performing work involving applying: knowledge of the techniques and theories characteristic of electronics, such as a knowledge of basic electricity and electronic theory, algebra, and elementary physics; knowledge of electronic equipment design, development, evaluation, testing, installation, and maintenance; and knowledge of the capabilities, limitations, operations, design, characteristics, and functional use of a variety of types and models of electronic equipment and systems related to, but less than, a full professional knowledge of electronic engineering. Electronics technicians may have gained experience assisting in work situations including: Maintenance - Developing maintenance standards and procedures for use by others. Analyzing repair practices and developing procedural instructions for use by others on methods and steps to repair equipment. Installation - Planning and directing the installation of complex systems and associated facilities, particularly where there are site selection and construction problems, dealings with contractors and public utilities, and the possible need to modify equipment for novel site characteristics. Fabrication - Designing and analyzing circuits, determining design feasibility, evaluating equipment performance under varying environmental conditions, and collecting performance data. Designing or modifying designs to achieve performance and cost objectives. Evaluating the adequacy of equipment for such purposes as repair, calibration, and testing. Testing and Evaluation/Research and Development - Developing or evaluating new or modified electronic systems. Completing testing, evaluating data, and determining acceptability of equipment modifications, validity, test procedures and data, or legality of operation. Technicians support professional engineers in performing experiments, research, and developmental activities requiring an in-depth knowledge of technical engineering methods, applications, practices, and principles to work on concepts, prototypes, and experimental projects that are without precedent and support state-of-the-art research. Sustainment - Developing, performing, evaluating, or modifying calibration and test equipment, systems, and procedures. Reporting, analyzing, and archiving test data. Performing complex calculations and manipulations of test data to improve performance of systems, instrumentation, measurement standards, techniques, and procedures. Troubleshooting - Analyzing and diagnosing faults in the operational configuration of electronic systems and equipment. Interpreting circuit wiring, logic cable diagrams, drawings, specifications, and schematics of complete systems and equipment to understand the function and interconnections of the various assemblies and troubleshoot the system. Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 or equivalent and above): Work as a technician, instructor, inspector, or mechanic (civilian or military) that showed progression in theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory, and of the characteristics, function, operation, and capabilities of a variety of types of electronic equipment. This experience must have included the use of schematic diagrams, a variety of test equipment, and the application of appropriate electronic formulas involved in such duties as testing, troubleshooting, modifying, designing, calibrating, installing, maintaining, repairing, constructing, developing, and instructing on electronic equipment, or similar functions. Experience in developing policies, standards, and procedures for maintenance, installation, or similar functions, provided the work clearly shows that the applicant applied a specialized knowledge of the theories and principles of a variety of electronic systems or equipment. OR, Education and Training For GS-5 or equivalent: Successful completion of (a) all the requirements for a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or electronics technology, or (b) 3 years of study in an accredited (by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) curriculum in electronics, or (c) a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree that included major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for GS-4 or equivalent. At least 12 of the 24 semester hours must have been in electronics courses. Trade, Craft, or Labor Work Involves: repairing systems and equipment to include detecting and diagnosing malfunctions, tearing down equipment, repairing or replacing parts or components, or aligning, calibrating and testing the modified or repaired equipment; performing preventive and corrective maintenance to keep equipment and systems in reliable condition; installing equipment in accordance with plans, specifications, and detailed instructions, or reinstalling repaired or modified systems; fabricating electronic equipment in accordance with plans, specifications, and instructions including constructing, assembling, arranging, mounting, or wiring electronic parts and components; and making measurements to diagnose malfunctions to ensure equipment operates within prescribed standards. Technical Work Involves: developing and designing test and repair equipment, analyzing repair practices, or developing procedural instructions on methods and steps of equipment repairs; developing maintenance standards and procedures, testing and evaluating new or modified systems, or analyzing the compatibility of interlocking components and systems; planning and directing the installation of complex systems and associated facilities, particularly where there are problems of site selection and construction; designing and analyzing circuits, determining feasibility of these designs, evaluating equipment performance under varying environmental conditions, collecting data, or designing or modifying designs to achieve performance and cost objectives; and developing or evaluating new or modified systems or monitoring frequency emissions by licensed stations. You may qualify based on the required Specialized Experience stated below. Please understand the required Specialized Experience is required IN ADDITION to the Individual Occupational Requirement. Specialized Experience: Requires 1-Year (52-Weeks) of Specialized Experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-10) in the Federal service, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of an Electronics Technician, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as: Comprehensive, intensive, and practical knowledge and extensive experience and skill in applying the theories, concepts, techniques, regulations, policies and applications of electricity, advanced analog and digital electronics, pneumatics, mechanics, computers, networking, and the hardware and software associated with those systems. Possesses comprehensive and extensive knowledge and experience in qualitative and quantitative techniques; develops new or modified work methods, approaches, and/or procedures; and applies emerging practices and methods. Provides comprehensive management adversary and technical services on substantive functions and practices critical to Health Care System operations. Identifies, evaluates, and recommends appropriate solutions to resolve complex interrelated problems and issues. Formulates and presents findings, briefings, status reports, and correspondence to develop understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations.

Education

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Contacts

• Address VA Western Colorado Health Care System 2121 North Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81501 US
• Name: Christina Dirkach
• Phone: 479-305-6540
• Email: [email protected]