Electronic Mechanic

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking an Electronic Mechanic for the FPM Operations_D department. This full-time, on-campus role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a second-shift schedule from 3:30 pm to 12:00 midnight.

Work involves installing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining electronic systems, including audio, CCTV, and video wiring. A high school diploma or electronics apprenticeship/experience is required, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Electronics apprenticeship or 5 years electronics experience.
• Ability to read safety policies and perform mathematical calculations.
• Valid Driver’s License and insurability under university policy.
• Must meet mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.
• You must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, adjust, repair, transport, and maintain electronic equipment.
• Install, diagnose, repair, maintain, and operate audio, sound, public address, emergency, and disaster annunciator systems.
• Install, diagnose, repair, and maintain video systems, cabling, and related components.
• Perform electronic tests and measurements and evaluate results for proper operation.
• Provide electronic equipment support for events and power interruptions as required.

Skills

Service skills

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electronics apprenticeship or 5 years electronics experience

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Position Title: Electronic Mechanic

Compensation: $32.64 - $32.64

Department: FPM Operations_D

Start Date: 10/22/2026

About this opportunity

Ball State University Facilities Planning and Management has an opportunity to work on the beautiful campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, university-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, and will possess great service skills with a willingness to learn. This is a full-time, on campus opportunity. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Hours

3:30 pm to 12:00 midnight Monday thru Friday 2nd shift

What you'll do and what you'll bring

Position Function: Under supervision, perform work in electronics and instrument repair complying with appropriate regulations and codes.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Install, inspect, troubleshoot, adjust, repair, transport, and maintain electronic equipment as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, hand and power tools, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
2. Install, diagnose, repair, maintain, and operate audio, sound, public address, emergency, and disaster annunciator systems, as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, hand and power tools, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
3. Install, diagnose, repair, and maintain video systems, card readers, security alarms, CCTV, HDMI, VGA, and components. Install, diagnose, repair, and maintain cabling and splicing for fire alarm, projectors, metering and BMS systems as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, hand and power tools, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instruction and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
4. Perform appropriate electronic tests and measurements and evaluate results as components and systems required for proper operation. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the use of hand tools, digital and analogue testing and measuring equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
5. Install, connect, repair, and maintain standard and emergency university signal systems as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires use of power and hand tools, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
6. Select materials and design circuits to be used in construction and modification of university electronic equipment as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the use of hand tools, digital and analogue testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
7. Evaluate the need for and recommend the replacement and acquisition of electronic equipment and instruments. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the use of hand tools, digital and analogue testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
8. Provide electronic equipment and support for events, structures, and both scheduled and unscheduled power interruptions as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, ladders, scaffolds, generators, hoists, winches and power lifts, sledgehammers, drilling equipment, hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires mental ability to analyze situations, be detail oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
9. Read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and sketches to ensure proper specifications are followed. Requires the physical ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the use of measuring devised, viewing aids, copy machines, and other office equipment. Employee is exposed to both inside and outside working conditions. Task requires mental ability to analyze situations, be detail oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
10. Clean and maintain all department equipment and tools; report all missing equipment or tools to the supervisor. Requires the physical ability to crouch, bend, climb, reach, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires the visual ability to accurately distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate hand tools, cleaning equipment, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils and may be required to wear a filter make and/or respirator. Task requires mental ability to analyze situations, be detail oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
11. Acquire and maintain knowledge of various job chemicals, environmental concerns, applicable codes, and new technology. Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the visual ability to accurately distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate measuring devices, viewing aids, copy machines and other office equipment, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned. May require any or all of the above-mentioned abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
2. Successful completion of an apprenticeship program in Electronics as approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training or five (5) years of experience in the electronics trade, or equivalent combination of five (5) years education and experience from which comparable job knowledge can be acquired as determined by Ball State University.
3. Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, and university policies, procedures, and communications, and to perform mathematical calculations.
4. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.
5. Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.
6. You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Vocational school training
2. Experience with fire alarm systems.
3. Experience with security systems, including alarms and video components.

What we offer

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer a generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments.

We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children’s) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you. In fact, we’ll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits. Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Service and download our calculator spreadsheet.

We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly.

There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more.

Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state‑of‑the‑art facilities and one‑of‑a‑kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance.

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