Electronic Technician III

Valiant is looking for an AVIDS Manager to join our team.  In this role you will serve as an Electronic Technician III with responsibility for troubleshooting, repair, testing and pre-operational system check of a variety of audio and video equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Functional tests consisting of performing operational and diagnostic checks.
• Responsible for scheduling preventive maintenance, unscheduled (corrective) maintenance on all equipment.
• Notify and coordinate with customers on loaned AV equipment that is due for scheduled maintenance.
• Perform cross leveling tasks as necessary, to enhance mission accomplishment.
• Work will be performed within TSC facilities and at unspecified "on-site" locations.
• Provide customer assistance and advice in a proficient and professional manner.
• Safeguard and maintain Government furnished equipment, materials and facilities.
• Inspect, service, test, perform preventive maintenance and repair Broadcast Television equipment. IAW applicable technical publications. 
• Inspect, service, test, perform preventive maintenance and repair all audio and audio associated equipment. IAW applicable technical publications.
• Install broadcast, television, audio, fiber optic and local area network equipment.
• Provide technical assistance to personnel assigned to inspect, repair and maintain equipment.
• Operate all TMDE equipment and provide technical assistance in AV productions.
• Perform AV equipment set ups and pre-operational checks before customer operation.
• Receive and inspect AV equipment upon customer return of equipment.
• Operate AV equipment and systems in support of productions and projects.
• Provide technical advice to customers.
• Ensure Key Control procedures are followed In Accordance with TSC guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to Company policies, practices and procedures.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed, and Quality Control standards are met.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Supplementary Functions May Include:

• Independently perform installation, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, operation, adjustment, calibration, focus, certification of electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical video studio equipment to include television cameras, viewfinders, monitors, waveform monitors, amplifiers, speakers, titlers, switchers, mixers, recorders, and associated equipment.
• Operate and perform technical, service and quality control inspections on assigned television and radio broadcasting studio equipment/systems on a scheduled periodic basis, daily or as required.
• Operate and use assigned electronic and mechanical test equipment, instruments, special tools, measuring devices, soldering and safety equipment.
• Establish and maintain forms, records and logs as required.
• Maintain repair parts inventory.
• Operate and maintain all in-house television production equipment, such as cameras, playback systems and associated equipment.
• Provide guidance and technical instruction to subordinate technicians.
• Perform other related functions necessary to accomplish assigned duties or tasks.
• Monitor the maintenance program and maintain required records, logs, charts and documentation.
• Provide consultation and other assistance when required.
• Be familiar with operating directives, security, and housekeeping relative to electronic maintenance.
• Perform cross leveling tasks as necessary, to enhance mission accomplishment.

OTHER WORK-RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE ASSIGNED:  The foregoing statement of qualification and representative work performed is only by way of illustration of the experience and ability required for the work and is not any limitation or description of the scope of the work assignments which may be required of this job.

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

Qualifications:

• 5 years electrical background in audio and video equipment repair. 
• Formal experience in electronics and broadcasting systems operation and maintenance.
• Able to operate PC with functional knowledge of Windows, iOS, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to maintain stock and inventory control of repair parts.
• Able to provide cost estimates on repairs of the replacement of AV equipment.
• Be proficient in the use of assigned studio broadcasting, electronic mechanical test equipment, instruments, special tools, measuring devices, soldering and safety equipment.
• Ensure the production equipment is set up and complies with industry standards and that operation of equipment is within manufacturer's standards/specifications.
• Must be able to listen and give instructions to less senior employees and to customers with problems.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:    High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.  Active Secret Preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) to utilize government operating systems

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Work under the direction of the supervisor and from written or verbal instructions, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and design specifications.
• Must be able to lift 45 lb.

Working Conditions:

Position: Shop environment, frequently outdoors.  Frequent exposure to dust, desert pollen, extreme heat and cold associated with desert environment and natural conditions existing on Fort Irwin

Work Week:      40 Hours/Week (M-F 0730-1600)

Overtime:          As Required

Travel Required:  Yes, Within Fort Irwin and surrounding municipalities within 50 miles.

PHYSICAL FACTORS:

The following terms are used to describe the percent of time spent performing the physical factors below: Occasionally (1%-33%); Frequently (34%-66%); Continuously (67%-100%).

Standing:                      frequently                                              Reaching:                                    occasionally

Crawling:                      occasionally                                          Walking:                                    frequently

Stretching:                    occasionally                                          Crouching:                                    occasionally

Lifting:                          frequently                                              Pushing:                                    occasionally

Kneeling:                      occasionally                                          Moving:                                    frequently

Pulling:                         occasionally                                          Twisting:                                    occasionally

Bending:                       occasionally                                          Climbing:                                    occasionally

Balancing:                     occasionally                                          Stooping:                                    occasionally                                         

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS USED:

Diagnostic testing equipment and electronic type tools.  Common office equipment.  PC computer, digital projectors and associated equipment.

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