Fire & Intrusion Alarm Electronics Technician

Pima Sheriff; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County Facilities Management seeks an Electronics Specialist I to perform journeyman-level maintenance, repair, and programming of commercial electronics, fire and intrusion alarm systems, CCTV, and access control. Duties include troubleshooting, fabrication, documentation, and safety compliance in secure facilities.

The role requires hands-on experience with test equipment, field installation, and coordination with contractors, with emphasis on reliability and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an electronics apprenticeship and 1 year journeyman experience; or 2 years in Trades Maintenance Specialist II.
• Experience documenting education and work experience in the application; resume alone not acceptable.
• NICET Level 1 Certification for Fire Alarm Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, diagnose, and troubleshoot electronic systems and related equipment.
• Fabricate, install, or modify electronic equipment from sketches or plans.
• Prepare repair estimates and create sketches/diagrams to support work.
• Maintain records of activities, services, and equipment usage; ensure tool/vehicle readiness.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Access control systems

Telecom/CCTV systems

Fire alarm systems NFPA

Intrusion alarm systems

Electronic test instruments

PCB repair

NICET certification

Education

Electronics apprenticeship

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital/Analog multimeter

Signal generator

Power supplies

Job description

Pima County Facilities Management seeks an Electronics Specialist I to perform journeyman-level maintenance, repair, and programming of commercial electronics, fire and intrusion alarm systems, CCTV, and access control. Duties include troubleshooting, fabrication, documentation, and safety compliance in secure facilities.

The role requires hands-on experience with test equipment, field installation, and coordination with contractors, with emphasis on reliability and regulatory standards.