Electronics Technician Trainee, GS-7

About the role

This position is open to U.S. citizens who meet the eligibility criteria. It offers a unique opportunity for individuals to gain hands-on experience in maintaining and troubleshooting electronic communication systems at various FBI field offices.

Responsibilities

• Perform simple, preventive and corrective maintenance on various items of equipment of the Bureau's communications and intrusion systems.
• Test and replace defective components and perform preventive maintenance at predetermined intervals as recommended by manufacturers.
• Assist higher grade technicians during installation, maintenance and removal of equipment and associated systems.
• Review pertinent technical manuals, remain current with technology, and be available to attend government-sponsored training classes.
• Make appropriate notation in equipment maintenance log regarding maintenance performed.
• Take periodic inventory of radio parts and check results against a spare parts quota prepared by the senior technician in office.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance.
• Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Education: Six (6) credit hours in basic electronics from an accredited college or university.
• Radio Experience: One or two years of specialized experience with Motorola Radio in RF, Infrastructure Maintenance, Subscriber Devices, and/or Tactical Communications.
• Data Network Experience: One or two years of specialized experience with Cisco switch and router programming in network infrastructure, network maintenance, and/or telecommunications.
• Physical Security Systems Experience: Two years of specialized experience in alarm installation, access control installation, security programming, and/or video security system installation.

Benefits

The position offers a competitive salary range of $43,106.00 - $56,039.00 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, successful trainees may be eligible for a recruitment incentive of up to 20% or a relocation incentive of up to 15%, contingent on meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $43,106.00 per year, with a potential range up to $56,039.00.

Schedule

Work hours may vary based on the needs of the Division, but generally fall within a standard full-time schedule.

Contact Information

To apply, email your application materials to: chaught2@fbi.gov and/or adsee@fbi.gov. For questions or assistance, contact the FBI via the provided contact information in the announcement.