Electronics Specialist I

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking an Electronics Specialist I to install, maintain, and repair dental equipment across patient clinics, simulations, and labs. You will calibrate systems, monitor supply levels, and coordinate with technicians to ensure safe, compliant operation.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, response to repair requests, and collaboration with faculty and staff in a four-day, 10-hour-per-day schedule at onsite locations in Aurora, CO.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant mechanical and/or equipment repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair dental equipment in clinics and labs.
• Calibrate and safety-test dental equipment with a certified technician for x-ray and nitrous oxide systems.
• Monitor equipment for damage or malfunctions and coordinate manufacturer repairs.
• Prioritize repair requests and inform faculty, staff, and students of status and timelines.
• Support facility maintenance and coordinate work with Campus Facilities or other departments.
• Check crash carts and emergency cabinets, maintain inventories and monitor oxygen levels.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Time management

Independent work

Customer service

Oral communication

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: School of Dental Medicine — Dental Clinic Support Services

Job Title: Electronics Specialist I

Position: #00683505 — Requisition: #41409

The Electronics Specialist I installs, maintains, troubleshoots, tests, and repairs dental equipment used in the School of Dental Medicine’s patient clinics, simulation clinics, and laboratory/research areas. The position supports reliable equipment operation for patient care and clinical education, following manufacturer specifications, service manuals, and applicable requirements. The assignment also includes facility maintenance and repair support and monitoring of crash carts and emergency cabinets.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair dental equipment in patient clinics, simulation clinics, and laboratory/research areas.
• Calibrate and safety-test dental equipment, working with a certified technician for x-ray and nitrous oxide systems.
• Monitor equipment for damage or malfunctions, monitor nitrous oxide/oxygen and other supply levels, and arrange manufacturer repairs as needed.
• Prioritize repair requests and communicate equipment status and repair timeframes to faculty, staff, and students.
• Support facility maintenance and repairs, address school personnel’s requests, and coordinate work beyond the position’s expertise with Campus Facilities or other appropriate departments.
• Check assigned crash carts and emergency cabinets, maintain inventories, monitor oxygen levels and equipment function, and report problems to responsible parties.

Work Location

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite in Aurora, Colorado. The requested schedule is four 10-hour days per week.

Why Join Us

Join the School of Dental Medicine’s Support Services team and help keep the equipment and facilities used for patient care and clinical education operating reliably. This role combines hands‑on dental equipment maintenance and repair with facility support and emergency equipment checks, working with faculty, staff, students, and service providers.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement Plans: State pension (PERA Defined Benefit) or 401(a) - Employer contributes between 10% and 21.5% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: Between 12/year and 24/year (maximum accrual between 192 hours and 384 hours) – specific amount depends on length of total State of Colorado service
• Sick Days: 10/year (360 hour maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours worked per week as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of relevant mechanical and/or equipment repair experience. Substitution: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to one (1) year.

Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with dental or medical equipment.
• Experience working in facilities.
• Computer experience.
• Previous experience working in a dental education setting.

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
• Work onsite in Aurora, Colorado.
• Successfully complete the required criminal background and sex offender registry checks.
• Work a four-day, 10-hour-per-day schedule.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in decision making.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong oral communication skills.

Anticipated Pay Range

The proposed starting salary is $4,336 - $5,203 per month. This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

If you have prior state-classified service in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024. For more information about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2024 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail] .

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Schedule

Full-time