Corrections Electronic Systems Technician

Iowa National Guard; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with step increases

Health, dental, and vision insurance

IPERS retirement program

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Iowa Department of Corrections seeks an Electronic Engineer Technician to oversee and troubleshoot electronic and security systems at North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City. The role includes maintaining cameras, alarms, door controls, and building automation equipment to support staff safety and daily operations.

The position emphasizes hands-on problem solving, documentation, and mentoring incarcerated individuals assisting with facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time work experience in electronic engineering or related field.
• Education/experience equivalent to five years as described above (30 semester hours equals one year).
• Graduation with an associate’s degree or higher in electronic engineering with corresponding experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electronic and microprocessor-based equipment.
• Maintain and service security cameras, fire alarm systems, perimeter alarms, and door locking systems.
• Install/terminate wiring and fiber optic systems; develop wiring diagrams and documentation.
• Support building automation and HVAC systems and use Siemens Insight software to monitor performance.
• Provide guidance and training to staff and incarcerated individuals working on facility maintenance.
• Maintain inventories and complete required reports.

Skills

Electronic systems

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Diagnostic tools

Building automation

Mentoring inmates

Education

Associate's degree in electronic engineering

Bachelor's degree in electronic engineering

Four-year degree in electronic engineering

Tools

Digital voltmeters

Oscilloscopes

Frequency counters

Siemens Insight

Job description

Iowa Department of Corrections seeks an Electronic Engineer Technician to oversee and troubleshoot electronic and security systems at North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City. The role includes maintaining cameras, alarms, door controls, and building automation equipment to support staff safety and daily operations.

The position emphasizes hands-on problem solving, documentation, and mentoring incarcerated individuals assisting with facility maintenance.