Electronics Technician Security Senior

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 49,212 - 90,812; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

State pension plan

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking an Electronic Systems Technician at the Green Bay Correctional Institution to maintain, repair, and install electronic security systems. This position involves working with complex electronic equipment and responding to emergency repairs. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and undergo background checks. A valid driver's license is required for select positions. The role offers a competitive salary between $49,212 and $90,812, along with an excellent benefits package including generous leave, insurance, and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of advanced electronic security hardware installation and repair.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair systems.
• Skill in interpreting drawings and schematics of systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and calibrate complex electronic systems.
• Plan and install new electronic security systems.
• Respond to calls for emergency repairs.

Skills

Knowledge of electronic security hardware

Ability to install and troubleshoot systems

Interpret drawings and specifications

Experience with testing equipment

Tools

Test sources

Test meters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Overview

Position Summary: 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.

Salary Information

This classification is in pay schedule/range 06-63. The salary will be between $49,212 and $90,812 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:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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Job Details

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.

Qualifications

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, semiconductors 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 driver’s license is required for select positions.

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Questions can be directed to Coral Nelson, Human Resources Assistant at [e-mail].

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

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.

Deadline to Apply

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: August 26, 2026. 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.

Applications will then be processed weekly, usually on Thursdays. The first review will occur on Thursday, September 4, 2025.

After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility notification.

If you are found eligible, your name will be placed on a register and you will be eligible to be contacted about vacancies as they occur.

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