Electronics Technician Trainee

Overview

The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze.

At the FBI, we don’t just hire talent—we build it from the ground up. We employ individuals who are not only ready to enhance their electronics proficiency but also looking to contribute effectively to their teams.

The electronics technician trainee role is crucial to keeping the FBI running smoothly. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing and resolving issues, setting up new systems, making improvements, and ensuring the proper functioning of intricate electronic systems. Your expertise extends to a wide range of interconnected subsystems, such as locks, alarms, and surveillance equipment deployed in various settings, including offices and vehicles.

When urgent investigations demand immediate assistance, electronics technician trainees are there to provide their invaluable support to special agents. They excel at troubleshooting, using their problem-solving abilities to conduct repairs and utilize a variety of test equipment, both standard and specialized. From installation to maintenance and operational testing, you are adept at every phase, always striving to outpace emerging threats by pushing the boundaries of your skills.

The FBI is proud to be a multigenerational agency committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from every background, culture, and perspective belong, succeed, and realize their full potential. With the FBI’s specialized training and professional development courses, working at the Bureau will help you become more efficient, improve your skill set, and advance your career.

Set yourself apart. Apply today.

STEP 1:
Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.

STEP 2:
Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either sign in to continue or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.

STEP 3:
Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your interest.

• Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
• Other supporting documents:
• College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
• Veterans: DD 214;
  Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.

Pay level for this position:

• GS 7: $42,679.00–$55,486.00

Salary shown is the base salary for the grade levels. Salary is also commensurate with professional experience.

• Perform simple, preventive, and corrective maintenance on various items of equipment of the Bureau's communications and intrusion systems; test and replace defective components and perform preventive maintenance at predetermined intervals as recommended by manufacturers.
• Assist higher-grade technician(s) during installation, maintenance, and removal of equipment and associated systems by performing basic test and maintenance checks, developing skills necessary for performing advanced maintenance tasks.
• Review pertinent technical manuals, remain current with technology, and be available to attend government-sponsored training classes if offered to the trainee.
• Make appropriate notation in equipment maintenance log regarding maintenance performed.
• Take periodic inventory of radio parts and checks results against a spare parts quota, which is prepared by the senior technician in office.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be willing to travel as required.
• Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S.
  
  -accredited college or university.

Education may be substituted for radio experience as follows:

• One (1) year of Specialized Experience (SE): SE must be with Motorola Radio in RF, infrastructure maintenance, subscriber devices, and/or tactical communications; or
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