Summary NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for an Electronics Technician to join our team! This position will provide support to NIST's radio station WWVH in Kekaha, HI, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and making adjustments and repairs. Responsibilities NIST's Physical Measurement Laboratory (PML) sets the definitive U.S. standards for nearly every kind of measurement employed in commerce and research, sometimes across more than 20 orders of magnitude. This position is in PML's Time Realization and Distribution Group, which operates and continuously analyzes a large ensemble of commercial atomic clocks to provide the U.S. with official sources of time and frequency. If hired as an Electronics Technician for this group, you will: At the ZT-II Level Provide basic technical support of the equipment and systems at WWVH Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting (to the module/assembly level), adjustment, and basic repairs under the technical guidance of the engineering leader Follow verbal and written guidelines that are clear, straightforward, require little interpretation, and allow for only minor deviations When questions arise, seek the support of the Supervisory Engineer and other subject-matter experts to clarify and resolve the issue. Contribute to the care of the general facility to ensure a good operating environment At the ZT-III Level Provide highly specialized technical support of the equipment and systems at WWVH Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting (to the component level), adjustment, and advanced repairs Monitor, document, and report equipment and system performance Contribute to the care of the general facility to ensure a good operating environment Employ a variety of complex precision instruments, equipment, systems, and methods Resolve novel operational problems not covered by precedents Exercise independent judgment in selecting appropriate techniques, policies, guidelines, or accepted practices Work with the engineering leader on the fabrication of new circuits and equipment Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Basic Requirements: To Qualify for ZT-II: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level (or ZT-I at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience in the operation and maintenance of electronic equipment. OR Successful completion of (a) all the requirements for a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or electronics technology, or (b) 3 years of study in an accredited (by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) curriculum in electronics, or (c) a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree that included major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above. At least 12 of the 24 semester hours must have been in electronics courses. OR Combination of education and experience. To Qualify for ZT-III: One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-8 (ZT-II at NIST) level. Specialized experience is defined as experience in maintaining and troubleshooting digital and analog circuits, as well as familiarity with common electronic test equipment, such as voltmeters and oscilloscopes. OR Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree directly related to the work of the position. OR A combination of experience and education directly related to the work of the position. 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. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. For application tips, please refer to this site: Application Tips If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration Education This position allows applicants to qualify with education. Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required before a final offer of employment. Use of foreign education for qualifications An accredited organization must evaluate education completed outside of the U.S. to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view more information about this from the Department of Education's website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with course-by-course listing) is required with your application. Additional Information This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS), a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Learn more about the APMS here! We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. You MUST select at least ONE ELIGIBILITY to be considered for this position. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible to make qualification or eligibility determinations. A probationary period may be required. This position has physical requirements which include but may not be limited to: Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds Light lifting, under 15 pounds Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds Light carrying, under 15 pounds Straight pulling (0.25 hours) Pushing (0.25 hours) Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking (2 hours) Standing (2 hours) Repeated bending (0.25 hours) Climbing, use of legs and arms Both legs required Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Both eyes required Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Ability to distinguish shades of colors Hearing (aid may be permitted) This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to: Outside Outside and inside Excessive noise, intermittent Dust Solvents (degreasing agents) Grease and oils Electrical energy Slippery or uneven walking surfaces Working around machinery with moving parts Working around moving objects or vehicles Working on ladders or scaffolding Working closely with others Working alone Protracted or irregular hours of work NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as: Telework Flexible work schedules Paid parental leave Paid vacation Sick leave Family-friendly leave Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families Back-up child care program Child and elder-care resources On-site childcare center Lactation spaces Wellness programs Fitness center Employee assistance programs