Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleLaboratory Equipment Designer Electronics
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $57984 to $73813 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive Qualifications
High School diploma and two years of experience in the design, repair, maintenance, operation, and calibration of sophisticated electrical and electronics equipment for scientific research or experiments for educational purposes.
Duties Description The Laboratory Equipment Designer (Electronics) assigned to the Bureau of Air Quality Surveillance’s Network Operations Section will be responsible for the design, fabrication and repair of air quality instrumentation for monitoring sites throughout the State. The information collected at these monitoring sites is used on a daily basis to forecast the Air Quality Indexes (AQIs) for particulate and ozone concentrations in the State, which are generated to protect public health and alert sensitive individuals to local potential exposure issues. Typical tasks will include, but not be limited to:
• Design, fabrication, maintenance, and repair of air monitoring equipment
• Field testing of new air monitoring equipment
• Deployment and operation of air monitoring equipment for special studies
• Operation and maintenance of air monitoring sites
• Perform quality assurance at air monitoring stations
• Effectively communicate issues to central office and other field staff
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Able to evaluate, modify, design, fabricate, operate, and maintain various electromechanical devices and equipment
• Capable of handling the standard tools of electricians
• Able to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electromechanical devices and equipment
• Must have excellent technical skills
• Able to operate a computer and possess knowledge of required technical computer programs
• Able to write correspondence and reports in a coherent, organized manner
• Must have good communication skills
• Able to lift and carry heavy equipment
• Capable of loading and unloading vehicles
• Comfortable in the use of ladders and scaffolding
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain and work in adverse weather conditions. Travel, overtime, and overnight travel may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.