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Wisconsin Department of Corrections in Fond du Lac seeks a skilled electronic systems technician to maintain, repair, and calibrate the institution's electronic security hardware. You will plan, install, and expand security systems and respond to off-hours emergency calls when needed.
Applicants should be proficient with test equipment, interpret schematics, and collaborate with contractors and staff to ensure reliable protection across the facility.
This position maintains, repairs, and calibrates electronic systems and equipment for the institution. The position also will plan and install new electronic security systems including modification and expansion of present systems. maintain, repair, and calibrate the most advanced and complex electronic systems and equipment. May need to respond to calls for emergency repairs during off hours.
This classification is in pay schedule/range 06-63. The salary will be between $50211 and $92643 annually, plus excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan in effect at the time of hire. A twelve-month probationary period is required.
Employees at Green Bay Correctional Institution are eligible for a $5/hour add-on for all hours worked.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, material and techniques of the most advanced and complex electronic security hardware installation and repair; computer and security related electronic systems; function and use of test equipment such as test sources, test meters and oscilloscopes; institution rules, policies, procedures and philosophy. Ability to install, troubleshoot and repair systems containing tubes, semi-conductors and integrated circuits and a wide variety of specialized electronic equipment and computers; interpret drawings, specifications and schematics of complete systems; work effectively with contractors, consultants, engineers and staff.
NOTE: A valid drivers license is required for select positions.
Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Aff
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist noted above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
The deadline for this posting has been extended. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. We anticipate using this Job Opening Until: February 24th, 2027, At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered.