ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN TRAINEE (CONTRACTUAL)
Recruitment #14-999999-1034
Department | MDA Ofc of Plan Ind & Pest Mgmt - Mosquito Control |
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Date Opened | 10/30/2014 5:00:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 11/13/2014 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $11.31/hour |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Hazel Day |
Work Location |
Wicomico
|
GRADE
6
LOCATION OF POSITION
SALISBURY, MARYLAND 21801-8437
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Work closely with senior employees and acquire a working knowledge of all the component parts of the spray system all with all aspects of work related to the ULV spray system used in Maryland's Mosquito Control Program.
Learn diagnostic procedures to identify problems with Smart Flow units; how to disassemble, remove and replace parts and reassemble, test circuit boards, switches and other electronic parts.
Learn the function and operation of electric positive displacement piston pumps used with ULV sprayers, and the methods of changing flow rate mechanically and electrically.
Assists with mechanical work, installing computer support and docking stations, and fabricating parts.
Use a variety of hand and power tools, work under vehicles to route power cables and computer connecting cables; cut holes into truck floor and body for routing cables; will use cutting torches and welders to alter or fabricate parts for spray systems.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Education: 1. Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a State high school equivalency certificate.
2. Successful completion of an approved course in electronics theory, practice and equipment at a recognized school in electronics, radio, or television repair. Certification and completion of course work must be submitted with application in order to be considered for this recruitment.
Note: 1. Applicants may substitute additional experience in electronic repair work, or formal schooling in electronics, on a year-for-year basis, for up to two years of required high school education.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Electronics Mechanic classifications or Electronics Mechanic specialty codes in the Electronic Equipment Installation and Maintenance field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Some positions in this classification are assigned duties which will require the individual to be examined by a physician. After an offer of employment, applicants for such positions will be given a medical examination to certify the ability to perform the essential job functions.
2. Persons appointed to this position may, in some departments, be subject to call twenty-four hours a day in emergencies.
BENEFITS
This is a full-time contractual position. As a contractual position, the selected candidate will be paid only for hours worked. This position has no state-paid leave (i.e. sick leave, annual leave, personal leave, holidays, etc.). The person filling this position may purchase healthcare insurance at the State's group rate, subsidy to be determined upon hire.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred, however paper applications will be accepted from candidates who may not have internet access. All paper applications must be received by 4:30 PM on the closing date, no exceptions. (Postmarks not accepted.) Mail applications to:
Maryland Department of Agriculture
Human Resource Office, Room 304
50 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401
If you are submitting additional information, such as transcripts, the preferred method is to upload them online with your application. If you are unable to upload, you may mail, hand-deliver or fax (HR Fax # 410-841-5846). Mailing Address: Maryland Department of Agriculture, Human Resource Office, Room 304, 50 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21401.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.