Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) is looking for an Electronics Technician to work in the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) Rocky Mountain (RMR) Regions. This region requires upgrades to the Physical Access Control System (PACS) at electrical substations, switchyards, and facilities throughout the DSW Region: Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming. Travel Requirements: Varies but expected travel is to exceed 75%. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

Serves as an Electronics Technician on assigned projects and comfortable working independently or with a small team

Works with federal agencies on the migration, upgrades, and installation of physical security infrastructure at various electrical substation facilities

Responsible for installing Electronic and Technical Security Systems to DoD and DoS specific guideline and requirements

Reads, interprets, and draws electrical, electronic, and electro-mechanical schematics

Familiar with and uses test equipment such as multimeters and cable testers (e.g., Fluke, Klein, Ideal)

Follows strict installation wiring guidelines and reads and interprets building construction plans (blueprints)

Knowledgeable with National Electric Code (NEC) requirements and practices such as grounding and electrical safety

Performs maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and testing of security wiring & power circuits

This role may require that company vehicles are driven

Qualifications

Must be a US Citizen with a current and valid Driver’s License

Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance.

2 to 4 years of hands-on experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and servicing Lenel hardware and software

2 to 4 years of hands-on experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Physical Access Control (PACS), Internet Protocol (IP) video surveillance systems and other security systems

High School Diploma or equivalent or a graduate of military basic and advanced electronic or communication technician courses (In lieu of military training must have at least 5 years of technical experience with installation of electronics/electrical systems)

Experience as a technician with installation of electronics/electrical systems including, but not limited to:

Intrusion Detection Systems

Access Control Systems

Closed Circuit Television

Security Cameras

Intercom Systems

Mass Notification Systems

Conduit Installation

Low Voltage Electrical Systems

Able to use basic test equipment and the preparation of site test data and documentation

Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment, be detailed orientated, and self-motivated

Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or under limited supervision

Ability to install, test and troubleshoot Electronic and Technical Security System equipment, read schematics and maintenance manuals

Familiar with and have a working knowledge of a multitude of systems including but not limited to:

DoD and DoS Security Systems and requirements

Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems such as Lenel, Software House, Milestone

IP CCTV Surveillance Systems such as Milestone.

Mechanical and electromechanical locking systems (electronic strikes, locks, mag’s, etc.)

Proficient with Microsoft Office Products and Adobe Acrobat

Communicating with others to exchange information

This role may require that company vehicles are driven

Physical Demands:

Able to reach, climb, stoop, & kneel up to 75% of the time

Repetitive motion, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, and visual acuity (depth perception)

Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers

Subject to outside environmental conditions (extreme cold/heat), Inside or Outside / Noise levels

Travel requirements: Varies but expected travel is to exceed 75%

Pay Range

$34.35 per hour

Benefits

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.