Electronic Systems Technician, Maintenance

SUMMARY: Operating under the general supervision of the Mechanical Systems Supervisor this technician operates as a position responsible for the District’s electronic systems integrity and operational soundness. The Technician is responsible for maintaining existing systems, implementing updates and providing interfacing for a wide array of Life Safety equipment for example Fire Alarms, Security Systems, Panic Alarms, ICS (Intercom/Mass Notification) and clocks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: Acceptable education and experience equivalent will be at the sole discretion of the District

• Journeyman Electrician certification preferred
• Preference given for any of the following:
  • Certification of successful completion of formalized journeyman apprenticeship program, or
  • Minimum three years of recent electronics engineering industry related experience;
  • Minimum one year of experience in Fire Alarm systems installation, maintenance and testing

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire;
• Valid Colorado driver’s license required for hire;
• Must meet District vehicle insurable eligibility requirements for hire;
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds; Lift test required at time of hire.
• Minimum National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) - level 1 Fire Protection Engineering Technology/Fire Alarm Systems Certification within 6 months of hire; obtain level 2 within 2 years.
• Attend and successfully complete all professional development training as required by law or as directed by the Director of Maintenance.

AVAILABILITY:

• Position shares secondary emergency call–out duties with other team members which may require work outside of the normal schedule. While infrequently, employee may be required to respond to after-hours electronic emergent needs including nights and/or weekends. In some instances, calls can be handled telephonically but may also require on-site response.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Excellent understanding of and ability to interpret and implement OSHA’s Safety & Data Sheet protocols and regulations;
• Excellent customer service and public relations oral and written communication skills with consultative abilities;
• Well-developed organizational, scheduling, report writing and record keeping skills;
• Well-developed team-building and interpersonal relationship skills required;
• Strong ability to work independently as needed with minimal direction and/or supervision;
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, schematics, and to draw diagrams, sketches and basic plans;
• Strong knowledge of electronic systems parts and equipment inventory tracking, ordering, and purchasing;
• Ability to apply basic math, bookkeeping and budgeting skills including preparing project projections;
• Ability to develop and evaluate safe processes and schedules resolving electronic systems safety issues;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and frequent interruptions in a timely manner;
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible with collaborative critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities;
• Ability to use de-escalation skills to diffuse and manage stressful and fluid situations;
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, building and department procedures;
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, and to resolve/report unsafe conditions to Supervisor as appropriate.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of basic hand and power tools;
• Operating knowledge of and ability to use electronic systems hardware and software installation and repair/replacement techniques;
• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, peripherals, and keyboarding skills;
• Operating knowledge of and experience with software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, schematics, email, and online computing platforms including G-Suite
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, etc.;
• District approved uniform and equipment is required.

Salary & Benefits:
View all salary schedules for the current school year at: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/salary-schedules
Information regarding D51 Benefits can be found here: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/employee-benefits