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Duties

As a Electronics Technician, you will: Perform advanced troubleshooting of hardware and software associated with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and computer networking equipment integral to the automation system architectures Perform analysis and re-programming of BAS field controller logic and supervisory controller logic utilizing various programming formats/syntax including ladder logic; line coding (such as basic); graphical programming (such as Johnson Controls GX9100, CCT, GPL or LCT) and other proprietary BAS vendor software Provide updates to BAS database software and graphical user interface software whenever modifications to original system design are required Assess, analyze and correct deficiencies with electrical interlock wiring, starter and Variables Frequency Drive (VFD) circuits and complex power and signal wiring for electronic instrumentation Periodically test/verify proper operation and functionality of Building Automation System hardware and software components including field controllers, supervisory controllers, operator work stations, servers, electronic instrumentation and pneumatic instrumentation Serve as a system administrator for BAS servers and associated networks, having responsibility for the continuous availability and cybersecurity of those systems.

Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level, which must include the following experience: installing, troubleshooting, programming, re-programming, commissioning, testing, operating, validating and modifying hardware and software of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Direct Digital Controls Systems (DDCS). Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

A copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For more information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address CDC-OCOO-OSSAM-AMSO-ENGINEERING, MAINTENANCE, AND OPERATIONS SERVICES OFFICE 1600 CLIFTON RD NE ATLANTA, GA 30333 US
• Name: CDC HELPDESK
• Phone: (770) 488-1725
• Email: [email protected]