Our City, Our Future

St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, Fleet Services, and working under the direction of the Fleet's Electronics Specialist, the Electronics Technician is part of the team primarily responsible for the installation and maintenance of the City’s automotive electronics systems (vehicle telematics systems, camera systems, two-way radios, etc.). Occasionally other non-automotive electronics systems are installed and maintained as well.

Accountabilities

• Install, test, maintain, remove, and service vehicle telematics, camera, communication and control systems, as well as sensors, accessory lighting, and other related IoT systems and electronic components.

- Support wiring, mounting and securing of equipment.
- Removing and reinstalling automotive interior trim, and exterior access panels.
- Installing, troubleshooting and maintaining network infrastructure that could include security camera systems, weather stations, and other network electronics.
- Assisting fleet personnel with electronic-related vehicle defects.
- Handling tools, cables, and other related equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintain records of completed service.
- Other related duties The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work.



The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

Education
- Graduation from high school and completion of a two-year electronics technician, electromechanical technician program or other related field.

Relevant Experience

- 1-3 years’ experience in a role of similar responsibility and complexity dealing with the installation and maintenance of similar electronic devices.
- Experience working with 12 and 24-volt automotive accessories, sensors, relays, etc.
- Experience with large automotive fleets, heavy duty trucks and heavy construction equipment is considered an asset.
- Mechanical aptitude in hydraulic and pneumatic systems is considered an asset.

Specific Skills

- Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Robust analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to effectively manage changing priorities while maintaining a high level of detail and accuracy.

Other

- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.
- Current Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Certificate of Conduct to be submitted with application.

A combination of education and experience acceptable to the City may be considered.

Working Conditions

• This position will be required to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, primarily in a fleet maintenance garage. There may be occasional exposure to minor disagreeable weather conditions.

- High paced environment with many interruptions and shifting priorities.




- Will be required to operate light-duty vehicles to perform verification runs and relocate equipment between the depot yard and the garage.
- The duties of this position may occasionally require work on evenings or weekends during exceptional circumstances.
- Hands-on work in a safety-focused, team environment.
- Reports directly to the Operations Supervisor – Fleet, working under the direction of Fleet’s Electronics Specialist

Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical effort can be expected frequently while installing, servicing, or removing electronic hardware from vehicles, including kneeling, lying down, bending awkwardly, reaching into tight locations, and twisting as required.
- Working with light-duty tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, crimps, utility knives, etc. will be required.
- Must have finger dexterity/grasping ability to operate issued equipment/devices, and a computer.
- Occasional lifting and handling of equipment weighing up to 50 lbs is required.

This position is classified as safety sensitive. The City of St. John’s has a comprehensive Alcohol and Drug Policy to ensure fitness for work and the completion of a satisfactory alcohol and drug test is a mandatory pre-employment requirement.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday

8:00AM to 4:00PM

Applicants must be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1289, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.

This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.

📌 Electronics Technician (St. John's)
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