Electronic Card Access & Alarm Systems Technician - Electronics Specialist III

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a skilled technician in Fort Collins, CO, for Facilities Management. The role focuses on intrusion alarms, card access programming, and project support within university operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining Bosch network systems, managing C-Cure access platforms, and supporting committee design work. Requires relevant technical experience and readiness for on-site duties.

Qualifications

• Three years of technical experience repairing, performing maintenance, installing, modifying, calibrating, certifying, or fabricating equipment and facilities related to the work assignment.

Responsibilities

• Intrusion Alarm / Bosch Network Management and Critical Response – Develop, install, and maintain the Bosch Security Network.
• Card Access Management, Installation and Programming – Develops, operates, programs and maintains critical C-Cure 9000 Card Access platform with Administrative Station.
• Project Management – Assist, advise and contribute on university committees and design teams.
• Support Services – Keep a supply of critical parts for all electronic systems and order replacements.

Job description

Job Description

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on October 20, 2026. The position is located Fort Collins, CO, working in the Facilities Management Department. This position does not have formal supervisory authority. This full time, non exempt position will be supervised by Derrick Meis. Unit Statement Facilities Management, Division of University Operations, and Colorado State University strategic plans.

Job Duties

• Intrusion Alarm / Bosch Network Management and Critical Response – Develop, install, and maintain the Bosch Security Network. Maintains current Bosch Network infrastructure including the Bosch RPS Server, Bosch Ready key PRO server, Bosch Receives, CSUPD workstation, and alarm account database with its associated RPS, RKP, 06200 and C*Cure programming software.
• Card Access Management, Installation and Programming – Develops, operates, programs and maintains critical C-Cure 9000 Card Access platform with Administrative Station (software) including security subnet computers, ICU tools, laptop computers and troubleshooting tools.
• Project Management – Assist, advise and contribute on university committees and design teams. Attend committee and design meetings such as Alarms Safety Committee, Video Surveillance Committee, Card Access committee. Contribute within the team for choices of product and brands and decisions for processes which best suit Facilities Management, CSU departments and the University’s needs.
• Support Services – Keep a supply of critical parts for all electronic systems. Order replacement parts using blueprints, trade manuals, and catalogs. Investigate new products for adaptability, reliability, price, and compatibility with existing equipment.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment Criminal and Motor Vehicle Background Check (required for new hires)
• Valid Driver's License required
• Pre-employment Physical
• Bosch certification will be required within 6 months of hire
• Essential Services Designation
• Shift Work
• On-call Status
• In-person

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of technical experience repairing, performing maintenance, installing, modifying, calibrating, certifying, or fabricating equipment and facilities related to the work assignment. Equipment and facilities may be primarily telecommunications equipment and facilities, media equipment and facilities, precision measuring equipment, or other electronics equipment and facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years in general alarms work which included at least 1 years in advanced alarms.
• Advanced alarm experience that includes circuit board configuration, Inovonics programming, and D6600 receiver setup etc.
• Card Access and programming experience
• Demonstrated Written & Verbal communication skills
• Professional customer service
• Advanced knowledge of programming electronic access, security, panic and/or fire alarms.
• Directly related state service experience

Salary Range

$73,200 - $90,666

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world‑class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work‑life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment and Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. The ten‑day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.