Electronics Technician

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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Closing Date:06/09/2026Type of Position:Skilled Crafts and TradesWorkstudy Position:NoJob Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department:Work ControlDepartment's Website:Summary of Job Duties:This Electronics Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of campus fire alarm systems, ensuring all equipment operates in compliance with applicable safety codes and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include installing cabling for fire alarm systems, as well as supporting the installation of related electronic security systems such as card access and CCTV. The role involves diagnosing and resolving issues affecting fire alarm, security, and surveillance systems. Additionally, this position assists with maintaining the accuracy of the campus access control database and responds to after-hours emergencies and critical system issues as needed.This position is weather essential.Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications for Electronics Technician IFormal education equivalent of a high school diplomaAt least three years of experience in the electronics field or equivalent experienceNICET Level I or the ability to obtain within six months of hireMinimum Qualifications for Electronics Technician IIAll of the above ANDNICET Level II Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hireAt least seven years' experience in maintaining access control, alarms, and/or CCTV systems or equivalentPreferred QualificationsNICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II CertificationExperience with low voltageJourneyman Electrician LicenseExperience with installation access controlsKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of basic hand tools and small power toolsLeadership SkillsAbility to perform manual labor under varying working conditionsAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAdditional Information:Criminal Background checkSex Offender registry checkDrug Screen required Salary Information:Electronics Technician I - $51,021 (Commensurate with education and experience)Electronics Technician II - $56,123 (Commensurate with education and experience)Required Documents to Apply:List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents:Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information:John CorneliusAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants:Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse TestingThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Regi