Electronics Technician II

*Please note effective 07/01/2024, this position is subject to the provisions of NC G.S.115C and exempt from the State Personnel Act. For further information about 115c, please refer to Session Law 2023-10(Download PDF reader).*

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is seeking applicants for an Electronics Tech II for the Governor Morehead School for the Blind (GMS). Governor Morehead School is a residential school, responsible for providing educational instruction to visually impaired students in grades K-12 from across North Carolina.

Summary or Brief Description of Work: 

This position provides planning, scheduling, and installation of complex electronics and electrical based control systems, including but not limited to, building fire alarm life safety systems, internet and phone communication systems, video surveillance systems, electronic and pneumatic security control systems, and building automation systems for the completion of Force Account construction, renovation, major maintenance and repair projects. The Electronics Technician II works hands-on and side by side training and mentoring Electronic Technician I personnel assigned to the Electronics Department. Work Schedule: Monday— Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. This is an essential position that will be required to report to work during adverse weather. 

Note: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State of North Carolina application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DPI welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure the application is completed in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. 

 For current State employees, please note that as of June 1, 2018, promotional and RIF priority and salary administration will be made based on the new Statewide NC Classification System.
  
 As of April 2019, Executive Order #93 (Prohibiting the Use of Salary History in the State Hiring Process) became effective.  This Executive Order prohibits state agencies from requesting salary history from applicants or relying on previously obtained prior salary information in determining an applicant’s salary.
 

EEO Statement:

The State of North Carolina and the Department of Public Instruction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*Please note effective 07/01/2024, this position is subject to the provisions of NC G.S.115C and exempt from the State Personnel Act. For further information about 115c, please refer to Session Law 2023-10(Download PDF reader).*

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Installation, programming, testing, and troubleshooting of head end control equipment used with fire alarm life safety systems, internet and phone communication systems, video surveillance systems, electronic security control systems, and/or building automation systems.
• Installation of low voltage conduit and circuitry for fire alarm life safety systems, internet and phone network communication systems, video surveillance systems, electronic and security control systems, and/or building automation systems.
• Knowledge and use of test equipment to diagnose electronic components.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction industry safety requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Able to work in small and confined spaces; ability to work on ladders for extended periods of time.
• A valid driver’s license.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Associate degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus. 

or 

an equivalent combination of training and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.

NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass Criminal Background Check. 
• Must be able to pass drug screening.

Physical Requirements:

HEAVY WORK - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Work may be performed in extreme environmental conditions including adverse weather conditions. Position must be capable of working from elevated work platforms up to 60 feet in height. Able to work in small and confined spaces; ability to work on ladders for extended periods of time.

All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System (http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/) for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for work history and credentials, the applicant must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DPI welcomes attached or incorporated resumes, cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit.
  
 Please make sure the application is completed in full. If you put "See Resume" or "See Attachment" on your application instead of a completed application with detailed work duties, your application will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted, but not used in screening for qualifying credit.
      
 Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4 or Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain Veteran's preference.
      
 Reference checks will be performed on all selected candidates.  If the position requires a background check and/or drug screening that will also be performed on all selected candidates.
      
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
      
To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status".  
 
For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627. 
      
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at http://www.naces.org/members.htm. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.  
  
 

CONTACT INFORMATION: 
 Governor Morehead School
 Human Resources
 ATTN:  Eric Henderson, HR Technician III

301 Ashe Ave
 Raleigh, NC 27606
 Email: eric.henderson@gms.k12.nc.us

Agency

State of North Carolina

Address

NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting
 
 An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government

Website

http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html

Salary : $43,738 - $76,542