Journeyman Electronics Technician (Fire, Sprinklers, Security, Cctv Systems)

Provides high skill and knowledge in the testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and programming of existing, as well as new electronic and water life safety and property protection systems including, but not limited to - Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression, Alarm Intrusion, CCTV, Access Control, Gate Control, Basic P/A and Sound, and Basic Phone/Cable/Data/Fiber/Modem Communication systems for both Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and Colonial Williamsburg Company properties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to perform installation and service work on various types of life safety and property protection systems.

• Fire Alarm Systems and their standard components such as Temperature Alerts, Aerotubing, Aspiration Detection, and Smoke Beams.

• Fire Suppression Systems to include wet, dry and deluge systems and their components including associated valves and compressors.

• Electronic Security Systems such as alarm intrusion including all components, CCTV, gate controls, lock/access controls, basic P/A and sound, basic phone/cable/data/fiber/modem communication and all applicable system components.

• Proper use of related tools, equipment, and testing devices associated with the position.

• Ability to follow proper documentation procedures and record associated information with the position.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work in close conjunction with other trades or departmental personnel of CWF/CWC as well as contractors working on all Colonial Williamsburg properties.

• Guides in adhering to safety regulations and policies. Have the ability to identify and communicate effectively any safety issues related to electronics responsibilities.

• Serves as mentor and provides training for lower level technicians. Participates in on the job training from Master technicians and any related duties assigned.

• May assume coordinator responsibilities in absence of Master level Technician.

• May provide "on call" coverage 24 hours/day.

• This position requires the ability to work nights, weekends or shift work as required by Foreman, Mechanical Trades.

• This position is deemed essential personal and is required to report whether the Foundation is closed or not, regardless of the emergency, weather related, or otherwise.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of 4-8 years' experience in application of various types of life safety and property protection systems.

• Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license and have an acceptable driving record based on The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation's criteria.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds, ability to work at heights above 30 feet on ladders, scaffolds, and bucket trucks.

• Ability to work any shift, including nights, weekends, holidays and emergency calls.

• Employees may be required to participate as needed/requested regarding the departments'

• High skill level and knowledge in the reading of basic electronic or electrical schematics, blue prints, and shop drawings. monthly in-house Safety Program.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate required.

• Good communication skills, both oral and written.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Colonial Williamsburg Foundation properties;

• National F/A and B/A classes/certification;

• NFPA F/A and Sprinkler classes/certification;

• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Levels I & II;

• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Inspection and Testing Levels I & II;

• NICET Water Based Systems Inspection and Testing Levels I, II & III;

• NICET Video Security Systems Technician Levels I, II, III & IV.