Airport Electronic Security Technician

Salt Lake City Corporation; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation and personal leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

EAP

Discounted benefits

Job summary

Salt Lake City Airport seeks an Airport Electronic Security Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot critical security and access control systems in a fast-paced aviation setting. You will respond to urgent issues, support system upgrades, and ensure federal compliance during operations.

This role offers full-time hours with comprehensive benefits and requires a bachelor’s degree in Electronics or a closely related field plus relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or closely related field with one year of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret complex sketches, drawings, blueprints and project documents.
• Ability to interact effectively with supervisors, coworkers, airport tenants and the public.

Responsibilities

• Performs service and installation of access control, intrusion alarm, security entrance devices, fire systems and other security/life safety systems.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours to resolve security and life safety concerns.
• Aligns, adjusts, repairs, maintains and calibrates delicate instruments and equipment.
• Evaluates, diagnoses, troubleshoots systems and performs repairs as necessary.
• Prepares documentation for TSR 1542 and other federal regulations and conveys information.
• Performs upgrades and additions to systems to increase functionality and reliability.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics or closely related field

Tools

Access control systems

Intrusion alarms

Security systems

Life safety systems

Job description

Position Title

Airport Electronic Security Technician

Job Description

Under general supervision of a technical systems program manager, maintenance superintendent or assigned manager assists in the design, implementation, operation and maintenance of specifically assigned electronic or security related program(s) in the airport. Responsible for performing skilled security technician work in the service, repair, alteration, installation, and maintenance of security related systems in an aviation environment. Resolving immediate operational, security and/or safety concerns is a vital role in this position. Maintaining a preventive maintenance program for tracking of security related repairs and testing. The technician is also required to assist with electronic hardware for various other aviation related systems. Due to the nature of the airport security, confidentiality of work related information and material are required.

About the Position

As an Airport Electronic Security Technician, you will help keep airport operations safe and secure by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting critical security and access control systems. In this hands-on role, you will respond to urgent issues, support system upgrades, and ensure compliance with federal regulations within a fast-paced aviation environment.

Position Hourly Range: $30.80 - $36.24/hr based on qualifications and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Paid vacation and personal leave 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Typical Duties

• Performs service and installation of access control, intrusion alarm, security entrance devices, fire systems and other various security/life safety systems.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours (including holidays) for the purpose of resolving immediate security and life safety concerns.
• Aligns, adjusts, repairs, maintains and calibrates delicate instruments and equipment according to manufacturers’ and departmental specifications.
• Evaluates, diagnoses, troubleshoots systems and performs repairs as necessary
• Assists in the development of training programs for other employees.
• Performs upgrades and additions to system in order to increase functionality, usability, and reliability
• Coordinate with administration and other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
• Prepares documentation in a variety of written and electronic formats (e.g. daily paperwork/log, time and materials, key and material records, key inventory, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support in compliance with TSR 1542 and other federal regulations and or conveying information.
• Provides input for the development and implementation of preventive maintenance schedules for assigned electronics systems.
• Provides preventive maintenance services for the hardware component of various electronics systems.
• Maintains associated records and inventories.
• Prepares specifications for repair parts, replacement instruments and test equipment for assigned areas, and may recommend budgeting for these items.
• Compiles specifications and makes recommendations for ordering repair components, replacement instruments, sensors and test equipment.
• Performs a variety of highly skilled mechanical, locksmith, electrical, and electronic work at the journey level.
• Understand, interpret and control a great grand master key system.
• Implement to work for the airport, airlines and comply with federal regulations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Electronics or closely related field plus one (1) year paid experience in the operation of a computerized process control, communications, security system or similar systems. Education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to read and interpret complex and/or technical sketches, drawings, blueprints, work requests and various project documents as required to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to interact effectively with supervisors, co-workers, Airport tenants and employees, operators, department support staff, suppliers and the general public.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license or Utah driving privilege card.

Desired Qualifications

• Preference may be given to individuals with previous paid experience installing, servicing, and maintaining access control, security systems, or life safety systems in similar high security environments.

Working Conditions

• Moderate physical activity.
• Required to push, pull or lift medium to heavy weights (30 to 75 lbs.).
• Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching and bending.
• Exposure to hazards associated with confined spaces, high voltages, heat, cold, noise and other elements associated with an Airport environment.

Position Type

Full-Time

DEPARTMENT Airport

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

Scheduled Hours: 40

Salt Lake City: About Us

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism. We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference. If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Benefits & Wellness

Health & Wellness Medical insurance Dental, vision, life insurance HSA (with $1,000-$2,000 City contribution) Wellness clinic for employees & families Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Financial Perks Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year) Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k)) Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site.

Paid Leave

12 vacation days to start 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday Up to 80 hours personal leave annually 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Veteran & Service Partners

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.