Electronics Technician
About Rockville Correctional Facility
Rockville Correctional Facility is a maximum‑security institution located in Rockville, Indiana, housing more than 1,200 incarcerated adult females. It also functions as the intake unit for all women entering the Indiana Department of Correction. The facility provides assessments to identify appropriate placement and programming for each individual. Educational and vocational opportunities include cosmetology, parenting support, and a long‑standing partnership with Televerde that offers pre‑ and post‑release employment pathways. Staff maintain a structured environment focused on safety, growth, and re‑entry preparation. The campus supports a wide range of rehabilitative programming.
Role Overview
As the Electronics Technician, you will manage the repairs of advanced electronic systems at Rockville Correctional Facility, including fire alarms, security technology, MATV, CCTV, and other electronic equipment such as computers, industrial controls, transmitters, antennas, and electromechanical devices.
Salary
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.
A Day In The Life
The essential elements of the job duties:
- Install, operate, and inspect electronic and telecommunication equipment.
- Troubleshoot a variety of complex electronic equipment and performs necessary electrical repairs.
- Responsible for researching and recommending new electronic equipment.
- Resolve electrical and operable problems when combining new equipment with present equipment.
- Ensure all electronic systems meet regulatory laws and complies to ACA standards and departmental policies.
- Ensure all safety standards and precautions are followed and in compliance with policies and procedures.
- Estimate and recommend project needs and budget requests.
- Document and maintain record of repairs, calibration, and tests.
- Order equipment and parts and maintain an inventory list.
What You'll Need For Success
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
- Thorough knowledge of, and ability to inspect, analyze and install electronic equipment.
- Extensive knowledge of standard theories, methods, procedures, materials, test equipment and tools of the electronics field.
- Working knowledge of, and ability to utilize, repair manuals, schematics, and parts catalogs.
- Working knowledge of hazards peculiar to high voltage electronics equipment and applicable safety procedures.
- Working knowledge of various power regulations throughout the state.
- Ability to analyze, diagnose and correct malfunctions of a wide variety of electronic equipment.
- Ability to establish professional and technical contacts with manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors of electronic equipment.
- Ability to maintain and update files on equipment and counts.
Additional Requirements
- If Position Is For AGO: Provide direct support to military unit on live fire training ranges and complexes. Perform duties during day, night, and all-weather conditions. Required to attend and receive certification for overseeing an Indiana Department of Correction work crew.
- Working knowledge of fire code, IOSHA requirements, facility departmental and state policies and procedures, federal, state and local building codes.
- A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least four (4) years of experience in repair and/or maintenance of electronic components and equipment experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
- Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers; up to 15 hours of paid community service leave; combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off; 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access