Job TitleElectronic Technician IIIRequisition NumberRE50162Working TitleDepartment Name3CP26:Campus Maintenance CentralWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.41-27.87/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion.
May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and/or
weather/temperature extremes while on or traveling to/from various jobsites.
Shift
7:30am – 4:15pm (Monday – Friday)
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and emergencies
requiring night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s)response.
Job Summary
This position will work as a team leader for 1-5 employees & will complete all duties of an Electronic Tech I & II. Primary responsibilities for this position include:
- coordinate job site responsibilities, make decisions, buy parts, and communicate problems to supervisors
- install/inspect remote data gathering panels, fire alarms, security alarms, conduit wiring, etc.
- work on computer systems and have extensive circuit theory knowledge
- design, install, operate, and maintain complex systems
- work with fire marshal, may do fire alarm inspections if state certified
- prepare cost estimates for projects
- repair electronic circuit boards
- repair associated components of Energy Management Systems, self-contained emergency lights, TV’s, recorders, intercom systems, coaches’ headsets, etc.
- read volt meter and must understand technical writing
- assist with designs/modifications/upgrades
- work with engineers; work on life/safety projects/panels
- work on expansion/renovation projects
- prepare cost estimates for larger projects
- maintain records, drawings, and schematics for systems
- read/prepare blueprints and follow technical manuals
- order supplies and keep records of equipment & inventory
- check on customers to ensure customer satisfaction
- coordinate with customers/departments/shops
- act as Supervisor when needed
Must be available for emergency callbacks and work overtime when required. Position may require some shift work. Must be willing to take on additional responsibilities as assigned. This position will require working from ladders/manholes. Driver’s license is strongly preferred.
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
MS Windows/Office; MS Project;SAP; KRONOS; Driver’s License — Preferred
Deadline to Apply05/08/2025Our University Community
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