Facility Electronics Technician

$29.00 per hour

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Facility Electronics Technician who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Facility Electronics Technician installs, repairs and maintains complex electronic systems throughout the correctional facility including, but not limited to control circuits, lighting controls, motor controls, door controls and camera systems. Implements and maintains security electronic equipment, controls, and automation systems.

The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems throughout the correctional facility, including but not limited to control circuits, lighting controls, locking control systems, motor controls, fire alarm systems, surveillance systems, perimeter detection systems and door controls. Cuts, splices, and makes single mode and multi-mode fiber optic connections.
• Updates existing facility drawings to account for changes to include new system installations and re-designs. Annotates changes within proper timeframes.
• Interprets standard plans, blueprints, and electronic schematics and utilizes ladder logic for electrical programming, as needed.
• Prioritizes assignments based on urgency and scheduled needs. Completes work orders in accordance with company standards for workmanship, and in compliance with building codes, blueprints, manuals and / or other applicable procedures, standards or specifications.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of standard operating records and reports, as required. Process all work orders, reports, and other documents in a timely manner.
• Provides for the proper supervision and tracking of inmates / residents assigned to the Maintenance Department. Escorts inmates / residents or coordinates the movement of inmates / residents to and from different areas.
• Inspects for items that could be used as contraband, weapons or implements of escape by inmates / residents. Provides for the secure storage, proper use and / or safe disposal of tools, supplies, and equipment. Maintains all tools in proper working order.
• Assists other skilled trade workers on projects requiring multiple trade specialty areas, as needed.
• Coordinates electrical activities, updates, and information with the FSC Real Estate department, other facility staff, agencies, and external contractors and vendors, as needed.
• Responds to emergency situations on an on-call basis.
• Domestic U.S. travel may be required.

Qualifications :

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability / Veteran