Corrections Electronic Systems Technician

Iowa National Guard; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Department of Corrections at North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City, Iowa is seeking an Electronic Engineer Technician to maintain and troubleshoot electronic, electrical, and security systems essential to daily operations.

You will work hands‑on with cameras, alarms, door controls, building automation, and HVAC, while mentoring incarcerated individuals and developing documentation to ensure reliable facility operation.

Qualifications

• Maintain and troubleshoot electronic, electrical, or security systems.
• Read technical diagrams and wiring schematics.
• Use diagnostic tools to locate and repair faults.
• Mentor incarcerated individuals assisting with facility maintenance.
• Develop documentation and operating manuals for facility systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of electronic and microprocessor‑based equipment.
• Install wiring, fiber optic systems, and terminations for security and facility controls.
• Develop wiring diagrams, schematics and documentation for installed equipment.
• Monitor building automation and HVAC systems using Siemens Insight software.
• Provide training and guidance to staff and incarcerated workers.
• Maintain parts inventory and complete reports per institutional policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting complex systems

Reading wiring diagrams

Electronic diagnostic tools

Education

Associate degree in electronic engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering

Tools

Digital voltmeters

Oscilloscopes

Frequency counters

Siemens Insight

Job description

Iowa Department of Corrections at North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City, Iowa is seeking an Electronic Engineer Technician to maintain and troubleshoot electronic, electrical, and security systems essential to daily operations.

You will work hands‑on with cameras, alarms, door controls, building automation, and HVAC, while mentoring incarcerated individuals and developing documentation to ensure reliable facility operation.