State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Electronics Technician 1 (37.5 Hour) (3247TC)

$23.54-$30.81 Hourly / $1,765.10-$2,310.58 BiWeekly /
$46,069.00-$60,306.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing basic installation, maintenance, repair and modification of electronic and electromechanical equipment and devices.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of an Electronics Technician or other employee of higher grade in the performance of routine tasks; receives closer supervision when performing more advanced tasks.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May lead lower level employees as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs and/or assists in the installation, maintenance, repair, modification and calibration of electronic equipment such as two way radio, scientific research electronic devices, traffic signal equipment, recorders, amplifiers, power supplies and other types of analog and digital equipment containing transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, nuclear radiation detection equipment, computer equipment, etc.; 
  • Uses standard and specialized test equipment in isolating malfunctions and defective components; 
  • May prepare written or oral reports; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • methods of maintenance, operation and repair of electronic equipment and devices; knowledge of analog, digital and logic functions; 
    • integrated circuits including microprocessor units; 
    • use of oscilloscopes and signal generators; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance, repair and servicing of electronic equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in electronics or a related field may be substituted for the General experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years for an Associate's degree.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to attend technical seminars or schools.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents may be exposed to high voltage electricity; may be exposed to extreme weather conditions if required to work outside.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(16)-Labor-Trades, Laundry

BARGAINING UNIT

(06)-SERVICE/MAINT (NP-2)

EEO

(3)-Technician

SALARY INFORMATION

TC 13

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Electronics Technician 1 in Salary Group TC 13 approved effective November 29, 2013. (Revised to modernize format and add Acknowledgement section) Final No. 23-261

EFFECTIVE DATE

10/10/2023
CLASS: 3247TC; EST: 4/17/1970; REV: 10/10/2023;