Austin Aviation - Airport Electronics Technician

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Austin, through the Department of Aviation at AUS, seeks an Airport Electronics Technician to install, maintain, and diagnose electromechanical security and fire alarm systems in 24/7 facilities.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with contractors, perform preventive maintenance, calibrate equipment, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least four years of electronics experience, with CMMS and CCTV knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four (4) years of electronics/electromechanical maintenance or installation experience.
• Experience in aviation, military, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, diagnose complex electromechanical and electronic security and fire alarm systems.
• Repair CCTV systems using bucket truck and aerial lifts.
• Complete work orders, read blueprints, and prepare as-built mark-up.
• Perform preventative maintenance on life-safety and A/V systems.
• Maintain records in the asset management system (AMS).
• Coordinate maintenance and outages with facility users and contractors.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Electrical safety

Security systems

CCTV operation

Blueprint reading

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

Blueprints

Job description

About This Position

About This Position Owned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is an economic engine, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region. Now, as we build the airport’s largest improvement program in its history, we are redefining the travel experience in one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team behind Journey With AUS, the airport’s expansion and development program, where bold ideas, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a shared commitment to excellence are taking flight.

Job Description: Purpose

Under general supervision, this position installs, maintains, inspects, and repairs electromechanical access control, security, CCTV, electronic fire alarm and suppression, audio/video public address systems, and instrumentation and control equipment at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Installs, maintains, and diagnoses complex electromechanical and electronic security and fire alarm systems and equipment in 24/7 commercial and remote AUS facilities.

Repairs various CCTV systems using bucket truck and aerial man lifts.

Completes assigned work orders including making materials ready, performing quality inspections, preparing system outage requests, reading blueprints and schematics, preparing as‑built mark‑up, and other tasks as necessary.

Performs preventative maintenance on all security, life safety, and audio/visual systems and components in the AUS terminal and remote facilities.

Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests and records information in the asset management system (AMS).

Calibrates and maintains equipment and infrastructure at and between control center and remote sites.

Installs and maintains digital and analogue airfield microwave system.

Oversees and assists with the maintenance and repair activities performed by third‑party contractors.

Advises leadership of equipment needs and recommends specific types and models.

Coordinates maintenance, repairs, and system outages with AUS facility users.

Reviews, approves, processes, and coordinates all fire alarm/suppression system impairment requests and hot work permits.

Ensures all systems comply with all Federal, State, City, and Local regulations, policies, procedures, and ordinances.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised

May lead and train others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• Knowledge of safety rules, practices, and procedures when working with energized electrical/electronic equipment.
• Knowledge of operating, installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining electromechanical security, CCTV, and access control system and components.
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, and materials used in electronic system maintenance and construction.
• Knowledge of electromechanical door locking systems.
• Knowledge of modern electrical, electronic, and microwave control systems.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory as it applies to relays and control devices.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, City of Austin and departmental policies and procedures.
• Skill in the use of hand tools common to the electronic trade.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematic diagrams, drawings, manufacturer manuals, and technical instructions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means of entry and exit.
• Ability to test and calibrate instruments and make precise and close tolerance repairs and adjustments.
• Ability to wear anti-fall (SRL) body harness for confined space entry or working from aerial man lifts or bucket truck.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees, tenants, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively to subordinates, customers, and management.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of electronics and electromechanical equipment, including one (1) year of experience which was in the Aviation, Military, Industrial, Commercial Construction, or other large-scale commercial or utility infrastructure environments. Experience may substitute education up to four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required

Valid State of Texas Class “C” Driver License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Fire Alarm Systems.
• Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Suppression Sprinkler Systems.
• Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Public Address/ Paging System.
• Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Security Access Control and CCTV Systems.
• Knowledge and use of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to include: Work Order Management, Inventory Management, Downtime Reporting, Assets Lifespan, Preventative.

Notes to Candidate: Position Overview

Position Overview: The Airport Electronics Technician installs, maintains, and diagnoses complex electromechanical and electronic security and fire alarm systems and equipment in 24/7 commercial and