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Position Information
Job Title Electronics Technician II
Full Time / Part Time Full Time
FLSA Non-Exempt
General Job Description
This is a skilled-craft position responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the university’s electronic equipment and electrical systems. Responsible for maintaining and repairing fire / safety equipment and devices; installing, maintaining, analyzing, diagnosing, and repairing electronic equipment and electrical systems, including scientific equipment and computer-based systems; responding to trouble calls for fire / safety equipment, performing skilled troubleshooting as needed; and assisting employees with technical troubleshooting. Reports to the Electrical / Electronics Foreperson.
Essential Job Functions
Maintains and repairs fire alarm systems and fire / safety equipment.
Installs, maintains, analyzes, diagnoses, and repairs scientific equipment, computer-based systems, and other electronic equipment and electrical systems.
Responds to trouble calls for fire / safety equipment, performing skilled troubleshooting as needed.
Assures that addressable devices are reporting to general command centers.
Maintains records for work order system.
Assists employees with technical troubleshooting.
Performs preventative maintenance and produces reports.
Provides support to other craft areas in the department.
Follows safety standards and practices to ensure work is completed as safely as possible.
Works nights, weekends, and on call after hours, as required.
Non-Essential Job Functions
May order material and equipment necessary to perform the job.
May assist supervisors in annual inventory.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge of the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of applicable electronic equipment and electrical systems.
Knowledge of fiber optic networks and the continuation of overhead topology.
Knowledge of wireless device communications.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Skill in the operation of technical equipment and electronic detection devices.
Skill in performing routine maintenance on equipment.
Skill in analyzing, diagnosing, and repairing equipment or systems using the needed tools.
Skill in soldering and cementing.
Ability to install and / or program equipment and systems to meet specifications.
Ability to use, maintain, and care for hand and power tools.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and to interpret drawings and diagrams.
Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.
Physical Demands
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Vocational certificate, technical degree, or equivalent with an emphasis in electronics (including AC / DC circuits) is required. Candidates who do not meet the degree requirement, but have significant experience related to the position may also be considered.
Required Experience and Training
Three years of related experience is required. Experience working with industrial electronics, communication electronics, and digital electronics is required. Experience maintaining and repairing fire alarms, smoke detectors, and related fire / safety systems is required.
Preferred Qualifications
State Fire Alarm Technician license or Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician license is preferred.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Min Pay Rate
Mid Pay Rate
Salary Information Salary Grade - 16
Specific Job Requirements / Duties for this Posting
Is Background Check Required? No
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility
This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S2025-018
Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to current SFA employees only
Number of Positions Available 1
Posted Date 01 / 30 / 2025
Review Start Date
Close Date
Work Schedule
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Quick Link https : / / careers.sfasu.edu / postings / 12597
Contact Information
Contact Name Adam Smith
Contact Phone (936)468-4546
Contact Email smithca14@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
Are you a current employee of the university?
Which of the following best represents your education background?
Attended school but did not receive High School Diploma or GED
Completed High School Diploma or GED
Completed Associate's Degree or two years of college
Completed Bachelor's Degree
Completed Master's Degree
Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD
Do you have a vocational certificate, technical degree, or equivalent with an emphasis in electronics?
How many years of related experience do you have?
How many years' experience do you have working with industrial electronics, communications electronics and / or digital electronics?
None
0- less than 1
1- less than 2
2- less than 3
3- less than 4
4- less than 5
How many years' experience do you have maintaining and / or repairing fire alarms, smoke detectors and / or related fire / safety systems?
None
0- less than 1
1- less than 2
2- less than 3
3- less than 4
4- less than 5
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
