Electronics Technician

Pittsburg State University Crossland College of Technology; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 25,995 - 36,396; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburg State University Crossland College of Technology is seeking an Electronics Technician to assist with the installation and maintenance of HVAC equipment and fire alarm systems across the campus. The ideal candidate will have experience in electronic systems, including calibration and troubleshooting.

This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, and requires a high school diploma with three years of related experience. Salary ranges from $18.87 to $26.42 per hour. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of related electronics, heating, and air conditioning controls experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, operation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of electronic components.
• Complete installation operations and wiring of computerized energy management systems.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of lighting and electronic door systems.

Skills

Knowledge of computer systems and electronic equipment

Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate electronic devices

Installation and maintenance of HVAC and fire alarm systems

Electrical wiring and installation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Three years of related experience in electronics and HVAC

Tools

Pipe and cable locating equipment

Energy management systems

Job description

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for an Electronics Technician. The primary function of the Electronics Technician is to assist with the installation, operation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of digital and analog electronic components and electrical equipment across campus, primarily HVAC equipment and fire alarm systems. Additionally, the employee will assist with both identifying and marking all university‑owned underground utilities using pipe and cable locating equipment, and with the operation and maintenance of the University's HVAC, energy, fire, and security building automation systems. This is a department‑only search.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 50% Knowledge of computer systems, direct digital and analog controls, clock systems, fire alarm systems, boiler controls, generators and transfer devices, scoreboards, PA systems, and other electronic equipment. Constructs and/or modifies electronic equipment and devices. Calibrates, repairs, cleans, and lubricates electronic and electro‑mechanical equipment and devices. Installs, inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs emergency lighting, lighted exit signage, and fire alarm components throughout campus. If assigned, designs circuitry by selecting proper components and wiring them together to perform desired functions.
• 25% Complete installation operations and wiring of computerized energy management systems, assist in writing specifications and install additional hook‑ups to systems to include wiring of sensors, security devices, fire alarms, HVAC systems, etc. Replace repair or add sensors, fuses, transistors, wiring, security devices, fire alarms, HVAC systems, and printed circuit boards. Reviews and recommends the acquisition of additional or updated hardware and software equipment based on projected facility needs, capabilities, and compatibility with existing systems. Test electronic equipment, troubleshoot or calibrate electronic devices. Analyze and interpret computer printouts, monitor and control the computer operating system, react to and ensure corrective action to alarms, analyze and diagnose system failures, maintain record of all systems, collect and prepare data for energy performance reports, make recommendations to revising or improvement of operation policies and procedures. Enter data and modify programs to change scheduling on energy, fire, security controls or lighting controls.
• 20% Assist with installing conduit, pulling wires, maintaining lighting, installing branch circuits and transformers. Repairs and maintains electronic door systems. Repairs and maintains computers, and other cable electronic systems. Perform dig‑safe work to locate university utility lines and mark their locations for accurate documentation and reference.
• 5% Attend training sessions, seminars, and workshops on new and old electronic systems. Must be available to work in emergencies and scheduled overtime situations. Training of other campus personnel of operation and maintenance of equipment. Maintain shop equipment, tools, requisition of materials, driving of vehicles as needed, recording of daily time, keeping record of materials ordered, and making decisions to keep campus operating.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of related electronics, heating and air conditioning controls, and/or fire systems repair experience.

License or Certification Required

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Obtain a NICET Level I Fire Alarm Systems Certification within one year of hire.

Screening Services (Background Checks)

Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.

Job Type

University Support Staff.

Appointment Duration

12 months.

Work Schedule

Full Time – Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Salary Range

Grade 7, $18.87 – $26.42 hourly.

Application Documents Required

• Resume.
• Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References.
• Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.

Visa Sponsorship

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Search Committee Chair

Ed Meyer, [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Additional Information

Position is open until filled. PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.