Corrections Electrical Technician: Secure Facility Systems

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Rockwell City (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS retirement plan

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking an Electronic Engineer Technician to support the North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City, IA. The role covers maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic security, HVAC, and building automation systems to ensure safety and operational efficiency.

The position involves hands-on work, documentation, and mentoring incarcerated individuals assisting with facility projects within a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience in technical electronic engineering.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and equipment documentation.
• Experience with electronic security systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of electronic and microprocessor-based equipment.
• Maintain security cameras, fire alarm systems, perimeter alarms, and door controls.
• Provide supervision and training to incarcerated individuals assisting with maintenance.
• Develop wiring diagrams and documentation for new installations.
• Operate building automation and HVAC systems using Siemens Insight software.
• Schedule testing and coordinate with contracted vendors.

Skills

Electronic systems

Troubleshooting

Diagrams & schematics

Diagnostic tools

Independent worker

Education

Associate's degree in electronic engineering

Bachelor's degree in electronic engineering

Tools

Siemens Insight

Digital voltmeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking an Electronic Engineer Technician to support the North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City, IA. The role covers maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic security, HVAC, and building automation systems to ensure safety and operational efficiency.

The position involves hands-on work, documentation, and mentoring incarcerated individuals assisting with facility projects within a mission-driven environment.