TMD- Electronics Technician I (Electrical Production)

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Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Notes To The Applicant:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals.  Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate.  The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is not required for this position.

About Us:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

Brief Position Summary

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) electronics technical support work. Installs, removes, and operates electrical power generating and control systems, automatic transfer switches, aircraft arresting systems, and associated equipment. Inspects, tests, and services component systems such as safety, fuel, lubrication, cooling, air pressure, pumps, regulators, governors, and accessory equipment. Synchronizes multiple generators. Operates high and low voltage switches, circuit breakers, rheostats, and other controls on switchgear and distribution panels. Performs electrical power control and distribution functions. Reviews and advises on projects associated with electrical power generating and control systems, automatic transfer switches, aircraft arresting systems, and associated equipment. Reviews layout drawings and wiring diagrams. Ensures new construction meets proper operating characteristics of equipment. Establishes maintenance and operating procedures to ensure maximum efficiency. Reports to the State Maintenance Shop Supervisor. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Work Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 Hours a day, 40 Hours a week

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Installs, positions, rewinds, and pretensions aircraft arresting systems. Checks installed equipment to ensure compliance with publications, policies, and directives.
• Determines maintenance procedures, approaches, methods, and courses of action required in an effective and efficient manner, to include estimating time, equipment, and material requirements.
• Thoroughly and accurately inspects newly installed equipment to ensure operating efficiency. If system is down, promptly repairs system components to minimize down time.
• Observes and interprets instruments such as ammeters, voltmeters, frequency meters, automatic temperature and pressure recorders, and engine oil, fuel, and coolant gauges.
• Positions equipment such as gasoline and diesel engines, generators, switchgears, air compressors, and other power generating auxiliary equipment.
• Properly operates and adjusts power production components to ensure efficient electric power control and distribution to meet electrical load demand.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electrical power support systems, including inspecting equipment for proper fuel, lubricant, coolant, and battery water levels, and examining pumps, batteries, fan belts, and spark plugs for signs of wear or the need for replacement.
• Checks engine performance, generator bearings, and oil and temperature gauges. Adjusts engine generator systems to maintain proper voltage, current frequency, and synchronization.
• Changes fuel filters, oil filters, air filters, and lube oil. Adjusts thermal and safety controls.
• Conducts periodic load-tests to ensure adequacy of system.
• Isolates malfunctions by visual and auditory examination and using test equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, continuity testers, feeler gauges, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Troubleshoots complex repair situations involving electrical control circuits, locates shorts, and inspects wiring to ensure compliance with schematic wiring diagrams.
• Maintains, inspects, repairs, diagnoses, and modifies aircraft arrestor barrier units. Makes periodic operational tests or checks to ensure proper operation.
• Notes any malfunctions or deficiencies and makes necessary repairs and adjustments to engines, brake system, drums, and related equipment.
• Replaces and adjusts component parts such as pendants, tapes, belts, chains, gears, switches, brake drums, and hydraulic seals.
• Aligns, synchronizes, and adjusts units to ensure proper operation, including correct pressures, releases, and brake drum clearances. Installs, positions, and tensions aircraft arresting barrier cables and tapes.
• Prepares accurate, complete, and up-to-date records of actions taken and assures documentation is properly signed and coordinated in a timely manner.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing.
• Follows federal and state rules when storing, using, handling, labeling, and disposing of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with environmental standards.
• Performs clean-up duties such as cleaning equipment, sweeping, straightening, and lining up tools and other property in the assigned area.
• Strictly adheres to safety and security procedures and regulations and promptly reports any observed or identified violations in accordance with established guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters, and other missions, to include on holidays and weekends.

Minimium Qualifications

Education:

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent (GED) is required.

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in installing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining electronic equipment is required.
• Experience using Microsoft applications to include Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel is required.

Preferred Experience:

• 5 years' experience in electrical power generation and control systems, automatic transfer switches, aircraft arresting systems and associated equipment is preferred.
• Experience working in a military environment is preferred.

Registration, Certification Or Licensure:

• Valid driver’s license is required. *The ability to obtain a Texas Driver’s License will be required within first 30 days of employment. A satisfactory driving record is required for driving state or federal vehicles to conduct agency business.

Other Requirements:

• Background Investigation.  Selected candidate must pass federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF85. Completed forms are submitted to the OPM for the background investigations.
• Eligibility to Work in the U.S.  The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.  All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining legal authorization to work in the United States. Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U.S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded.
• Sponsorship.  Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfVerification.aspx.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge Of:

• principles of electricity Alternating Current and Direct Current (AC/DC), solid state circuitry, and safety rules and regulations pertaining to powered support systems
• the operation of emergency generator power systems
• regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation.

Skill In:

• reading, interpreting, and using wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, technical orders, technical publications, and similar guides
• using hand and power tools, instruments, test equipment, and electrical meters to include special tools such as hydraulic knock-out tools, hammers, drills and valve spring compressors
• installing, operating, inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and modifying generators, automatic transfer switches, and uninterruptible power systems

Ability To:

• apply shop procedures, policies, written and present oral instructions and directives sufficient to provide training to others
• troubleshooting complex situations related to electrical power generators
• work in a military environment.

Physical/Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment.  Exposure to seasonal and inclement weather can be expected for a percentage of the time spent going to regular site visits, which may incur moderate risks, discomforts, and unpleasantness such as high noise levels, infectious materials, or toxic or irritating chemicals; dust; aircraft exhaust; noxious fumes; flammable liquids; etc. Work may be performed during both daytime and nighttime hours outside of the normal duty day, in unlighted or dimly lighted areas as required by various base maintenance and aircraft and general support operations. Special safety precautions such as protective clothing and gear are necessary. However, when office work is required, the environment will be adequately lit and, in a climate, controlled environment.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying.  Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo

Veteran – DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active-duty – Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active-duty orders, PCS orders, statement of service)

Spouse of a veteran if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability – Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary   proof of income

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty – Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

Veterans:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

United States Army: 94W Electronic Maintenance Supervisor

United States Navy: EM Electrician's Mate, ET Electronics Technician

United States Coast Guard: ET Electronics Technician

United States Marine Corps: 1142 Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician, 2800 Basic Ground Electronics Maintenance Marine

United States Air Force: 1A3X1 Airborne Mission Systems Specialist

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Maintenance.pdf

Contact TMD’s Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512)782-3836 or staffingHR@military.texas.gov  

The Texas Military Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.