Electronics - Technician III

Quadrant, Inc.
United States, Virginia, Chantilly
Feb 12, 2025
Electronics Technician III Chantilly, VA Pay From: $40.00 per hour MUST: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Clearance Experienced Electronics Technician 5+ years of AV/IP/Unified Comms experience Ability to follow a plan of activities, execute with punctuality and attention to detail and work as a team member Be able to utilize Microsoft schedule software Produce daily project reports, attend safety meetings, and coordinate project work with on-site Point of Contact Strong supervisory and leadership skills Knowledge of RS232 / 485, UTP and STP (Cat5e Cat6), Terminal strips, Patch Panels, Audio, Video, and Fiber Knowledge of Telco terminations is a plus (Krone, Bix, 110/66 block) Knowledge to test Category 5/5e/6/6e using network testers for validation or certification Knowledge to test optical fiber, single mode/multimode, using Light Source/Power Meter and OTDR. Knowledge of Volt-ohm meter- diagnose open, shorted, and split pairs as well as control (RS232) Knowledge of fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers, horizontal assemblies, and the proper use of Firestop Ability to lift 24 to 50 pounds on a daily basis, occasionally lifting over 60 pounds Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding to install and repair overhead AV components Ability to serve as site lead for various project installations Ability to train, direct and mentor other technicians and peers Have or obtain U.S. Passport or "Real ID" (for travel purposes) Avixa CTS certification is required, Avixa CTS-I certification is highly desired Other industry and manufacturer certifications: Avixa CTS-D, Crestron, AMX, Extron, C#, ClearOne, Biamp Cisco, or Polycom are strongly preferred AS in Electrical Engineering or related degree/certifications or related experience DUTIES: Use blueprints/floor plans to conduct visual site inspections. Prepare site survey report to include local support facilities for parts, living, and rental requirements Determine materials/delivery schedules in conjunction with the project manager. Develop tool/equipment lists. Review manpower requirements bid for a job and evaluate. Determine equipment layouts. Mount/install backboards. Mount/install Terminal Strips. Mount/install equipment racks/patch panels. Install optical fiber panels/hardware Connect to ground planes and busbars where specified by the Electrical Contractor or Building Facilities. Perform equipment-grounding tests Install cable support systems to include "Hilti" fastening systems, cable trays, ladder racks, j-hooks, and Bridle/D-rings Projection systems, projection screens (wall and ceiling mounted), speakers, microphones, displays (wall and ceiling mounted), and other functions as required to meet the needs of the project, following guidelines recommended by AVIXA, formerly InfoComm International CTS practices and other Federal, State and Local requirements Install floor, wall, and AV furniture interfaces Pull field cable in provided risers and under raised flooring. Basic knowledge for pulling cable in conduit, open ceiling, and inner duct for fiber optic cable Organize, dress, terminate, and label field cables to industry standards Identify active circuits. Implement and perform a cutover plan Demonstrate knowledge of LAN topologies (Ethernet, token ring). LAN ANSI/TIA/EIA cabling standards (569-A, 606, 607). LAN components (Servers, Hubs, Routers, Bridges) Provide technical support to properly diagnose trouble to determine whether a problem is equipment failure versus user error and thus minimize downtime and unnecessary tech dispatches Document test results. Document "as-builts". Complete daily reports. Inventory job materials/report missing, damaged materials to designated PM Join professional trade organizations. Keep up with standards and codes Demonstrate common safety practices IAW Unicom Government safety manual and OSHA regulations. Attend training/safety meetings Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".