Electronics Technician

Job description

Help to maintain and advance critical electronic systems while providing expert guidance in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Be You. Perform a variety of technical tasks in the construction, operation and maintenance of standard electronics equipment and instruments. Work Arrangement – On-site MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education - Work requires a background in Electronics normally acquired through a two-year Associate degree program in Electronics to become familiar with electronic equipment and experimental devices and apparatus common to an electronics repair facility. Experience - No additional experience is required beyond the Associate degree. Credit for directly related experience is given on a two for one basis (i.e., four (4) years of related experience are required in lieu of an Associate Degree). OR ANY OTHER EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE. Be Bold. Work Performed Perform a variety of technical tasks in the construction, operation and maintenance of standard electronic equipment and experimental instruments and apparatus; repair electronic circuits by replacing malfunctioning parts and soldering broken connections. Machine parts, fabricate chassis, install tubes and other parts, and solder connections as specified in the blueprint and diagrams for construction of new equipment and instruments. Inspect malfunctioning instrument or components, analyze cause and plan repair procedures; follow predetermined schedule of preventive maintenance. Operate test equipment to adjust and calibrate completed instruments and parts for conformance with specified tolerances. Provide technical assistance, instruction and consultation to faculty and student researchers and to staff members for the resolution of special problems. Prepare orders for new parts and supplies and maintain records and files on status and location of all electronic parts and equipment. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Choose Duke. Put your skills to work—join the team and apply now! Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $22.05 to USD $36.47. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: ; phone: 919-668-1267).