IT Electronic Specialist

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque is seeking a skilled electronics and communications technician to install, maintain and repair wired and wireless systems across airport facilities. This role covers access control, public address, security, fire alarm and station alerting, two-way radio, and automated door systems.

You will develop preventive maintenance plans, document repairs, and read blueprints while working with multiple platforms in a field environment requiring travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electronics engineering, information systems, or computer science.
• One year of experience with low voltage, wired and wireless communication systems.
• Experience with LAN equipment and various computer platforms/OS.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair wired and wireless IP and serial communications and computerized systems.
• Program and troubleshoot programmable controllers for Access control, Public address, Security surveillance and automated doors.
• Develop, implement and adhere to preventative maintenance schedules and maintain equipment.
• Read blueprints, sketches and diagrams and assist in preparing specifications for electronic systems.

Skills

Access control systems

Public address systems

Security surveillance systems

Programmable controllers

Education

Bachelor's degree in electronics engineering, information systems, or computer science

Tools

LAN equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Install, maintain and repair a variety of wired and wireless electronic, communication and computerized systems and devices; develop, implement and adhere to preventative maintenance schedules and perform technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to: access control, public address, security, fire alarm and station alerting, two-way radio and automated door systems.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential And Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of wired and wireless IP and serial communications and computerized systems and Electronic devices.
• Perform technical electronic tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to: access control systems, public address systems, security surveillance systems, fire alarm systems and station alerting, two-way radio communication and automated door systems.
• Perform a variety of complex systems analysis duties in the design, implementation and maintenance of management information systems and supporting computer hardware and software applications
• Program and troubleshoot programmable controllers related to Access control systems, Public address systems, Security surveillance systems and Automated doors.
• Develop, implement and adhere to preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of airport operating systems and related equipment including Video Surveillance Systems, Flight, Gate and Baggage Information Display Systems and Access control systems and Automated doors.
• Troubleshoot, repair and test automatic transfer equipment for stand‑by generators in the airport terminal emergency power system and battery uninterrupted power source for communications center power.
• Remove, install, repair and modify fire alarm systems including the inter‑relationship of Automated doors, Access Control Systems, Video Surveillance systems and Public address systems.
• Develop written technical documentation, internal operating procedures, and user manuals and instructions.
• Maintain a test bench and associated equipment; assume responsibility for maintaining appropriate supplies and supply sources for timely repair of equipment; order, receive, inspect, inventory and stock repair parts, diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Repair and maintain Analog and VOIP telephone's and other communications systems including those used for computerized central control of Access Control, Video Surveillance and Public address systems.
• Prepare service orders to document repair history of equipment; prepare and maintain records of work performed; submit reports as requested.
• Read blueprints, sketches and diagrams and/or receive verbal instructions for the layout of electronic and mechanical systems; assist in the preparation of specifications for electronic systems and equipment.

Supplemental Functions

• Attend seminars and training programs.
• Provide assistance to vendors that are contracted to work with the City of Albuquerque.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of multi‑agency projects.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in electronics engineering, information systems, or computer science; and

One (1) year of experience in any combination of the following areas: installing, troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing low voltage systems down to component level, wired and wireless communication systems, serial communications, Local Area Network (LAN) equipment and theory of operation along with experience with a variety of computer platforms, software applications and operating systems.

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License,or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

When Assigned To The Aviation Department

Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Successful completion of a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, if applicable.

Working Conditions

Environmental

Field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to electrical energy, inclement weather conditions.

Physical

Indoor and outdoor environment; travel from site to site; exposure to electrical and radiant energy, low voltage, noise, dust, grease, fumes, moving objects, inclement weather conditions; work or inspect in confined spaces; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders; work with machinery.