7K63
ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN 1

• Installs, repairs, maintains, modifies and enhances electronic equipment, such as closed circuit TV's, laser fax machines, computers, microwave communications and microprocessor-based equipment, temperature control and solid state traffic control mechanisms, metal- and gas-detecting devices, modems, radio communications equipment, walkie-talkies, videophones, sirens, recording, regulating and controlling indicators, and other related or similar electronic equipment; performs installation, maintenance, repairs and enhancement modifications to aviation electronic equipment, electronic stadium scoreboards, information and display systems and photoelectric tape recorders.

• Performs mathematical computations to determine the correct calibration setting of instrumentation that controls process equipment, inputs the desired level of digital pulse into the input connectors, makes the proper adjustments until the desired outputs can be measured at output terminals; diagnoses and repairs mal- or non-functions in systems; uses video terminals to isolate system malfunctions; uses a portable keyboard to program logic controllers and diagnose problems within a process loop; installs and repairs multiplexers and various types of modems; evaluates the environment in which equipment is to be installed, and how it will affect electronic equipment; performs mathematical computations for the correct range of functions and to correspond correctly with electrical output and chemicals affected in the process; hooks up power lines and connects them to instruments, meters and/or recorders; works with electrical power equipment to verify status of instrumentation control interlocks.
• Programs the main computer to system interface field instrumentation to the computer using a keyboard and basic language; sets up input, type of signals, outputs, and locations; draws and updates configuration diagrams; modifies electronic equipment to accept digital signals; modifies shunts on power control boards to receive various types of signals, digital and analog; identifies and replaces faulty power control boards.
• Inspects, calibrates, tests, adjusts, flushes, cleans, lubricates and repairs analog and digital electronically, electrically, hydraulically and pneumatically activated meters, gauges and instruments used to indicate, sense, record, transmit and control operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, flow, volume and level.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• the principles and theories of electronics
• the repair and operation of digital electronic equipment for the instrumentation specialty
• computer interface and diagnostics as they pertain to digital electronic equipment
• microprocessors, multiplexers, modems, and microwave telemetry
• computer hardware configuration, software function and configuration as they are related to digital electronic and instrumentation equipment functions for the instrumentation specialty
• the methods involved in troubleshooting, repairing, calibrating and maintaining digital and analog electronic equipment for the instrumentation specialty
• mathematics (particularly algebra) and electricity, as it refers to the functions and operations of electronic equipment
• methods, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of electronic equipment
• the Federal Communications Commission's rules and regulations governing the operation and maintenance of electronic equipment

ABILITY TO:

• troubleshoot, maintain and repair electronic equipment and instrumentation
• locate and repair malfunctions in complex electronic equipment
• learn characteristics and repair techniques for new electronic devices as they are procured
• repair and calibrate test equipment
• read and interpret schematics, logic and flow charts, and manufacturers' technical manuals
• communicate technical information related to electronic repair and maintenance
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates

EDUCATION

• Completion of a post high-school trades program in the specialty area from an accredited technical institute, trade school or college including possession of a diploma indicating completion of all program curriculum requirements.
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EDUCATION

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

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EXPERIENCE

• Two years of experience maintaining and repairing equipment in the specialty area.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

• Possession of a valid general radio telephone operator's license issued by the Federal Communications Commission or a radio technician certificate issued by the Association of Police Communication Officers or the National Association of Business, Education and Radio during tenure of employment as an Electronic Technician, if required by work assignment.
• Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as an Electronic Technician, if required by work assignment.