Technician - Electrical

Summary

Under the general guidance of a Metrologist, a Senior Metrologist or the Branch's Manager, the Technician applies knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics and electronics to perform metrology and/or testing activities. These activities include calibrating inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) in one of the following Metrology laboratories: Time & Frequency, AC/DC, Energy and Temperature, to ensure measurement accuracy; conducts test on electrical/electronic products to ensure conformance to local and international safety or performance standards in the interest of public safety and fair trade; identifying and utilizing appropriate measurement or test procedures; performing corrective actions to address identified measurements or test problems; making minor adjustments to equipment, test circuits and standards to accomplish unique measurements or tests; maintaining calibration standards and test equipment; and performing laboratory and/or departmental housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• • Prepares test items in accordance with technical standards and/or work instructions for assigned laboratory(ies).
• • Set up test equipment/apparatus required to perform tests and assessments.
• • Performs conformance testing and assessment of electrical/electronic products for example, circuit breakers, panel boards, juice extractors, televisions, and other general appliances.
• • Investigates consumer complaints by testing and evaluating products that form the centre of disputes.
• • Prepares test reports
• • Updates Job Management Database to ensure easy monitoring and tracking of test items.
• • Updates Tested Products list.
• • Assists Engineer/Senior Engineer with research work necessary for the development of national standards for electrical practices, processes and products.
• • Performs routine maintenance on testing equipment according to schedule and relevant procedures.
• • Assists in development projects for the product testing laboratories by making recommendations as to equipment and accessories needed.
• • Represents the BSJ at outdoor promotions.
• • Calibrate IM&TE in one of the following laboratories — Time & Frequency, AC/DC, Energy and Temperature — in order to ensure compliance with published specifications.
• • Assists engineer in maintaining primary and/or intrinsic calibration standards.
• • Assists engineer in maintaining secondary and/or working calibration standards.
• • Collects, compiles, measures, summarizes and records data gathered during calibration.
• • Analyzes measurement data for identifying abnormalities, trends, trends and/or predicting future values
• • Identifies IM&TE out-of-tolerance conditions and performs corrective action via adjustments component replacement, correction factors, etc.
• • Identifies and corrects measurement errors, as applicable.
• • Prepares calibration reports and certificates
• • Recommends IM&TE for use in measurement applications.
• • Make minor adjustments to existing calibration equipment, standards and techniques to accomplish unique measurement tasks for which they are not principally used.
• • Performs laboratory housekeeping
• • Assists in maintaining laboratory recognition or accreditation.

Desired Traits and Characteristics

• • Working knowledge of the Standards and Weights and Measures Act
• • Knowledge of maintenance systems, practices and procedures
• • Knowledge of technical report writing
• • Knowledge of quality management systems
• • Ability to meet stipulated deadlines
• • Ability to multi-task
• • Ability to demonstrate initiative
• • Excellent trouble-shooting skills
• • Good interpersonal skills
• • Good written and oral communication skills
• • Good customer service attitude

Qualifications

• • Diploma in Electrical Engineering or its equivalent, from a recognized tertiary institution
• • At least two years of related experience in a laboratory environment

Additional Information and Instructions

📌 Unusual Requirements/ Working Conditions: This position may involve: ⏰ Extended Hours: Working beyond scheduled hours to meet critical deadlines. 💪 Physical Demands: Lifting and positioning large and/or heavy objects such as equipment, fixtures, and samples. 🔬 Specialized Research: Conducting research into test and calibration methods for non-routine customer requests. 📋 How to Apply: 🔹 Submit your application by: 📆 Monday, November 25, 2024 ⏰ 4:00 p.m. 📬 Send to: Manager, Human Resource Management & Development Bureau of Standards Jamaica 📍 6 Winchester Road, Kingston 10 ✉️ Email: HRMD@bsj.org.jm 📌 Subject: Technician - Electrical 🙏 We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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