Electronic Systems Technician - Denver Arts and Venues

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Denver Arts & Venues aims to amplify Denver's quality of life and economic vitality through our premier public venues, public art collection, and free entertainment events and programs. We exist to make Denver the greatest city in the country to live in and visit. And why shouldn't it be? With our mild sunny weather, parks and trails, arts and culture scene, growing culinary community, a healthy and youthful attitude, all set to a Rocky Mountain backdrop, Denver is the place to call home.

Denver Arts and Venues is deeply committed to an equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) practice that closes access gaps in arts and culture with urgency and accountability. We believe long term impact requires changing traditional processes, creating new systems, and developing authentic relationships to transformative work. Our works stands at the intersection of arts, culture and community.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electronic Systems Technician to repair, maintain, and troubleshoot various electronic systems and equipment, including but not limited to radars, radios, computers, cellular phones, closed-circuit TV camera systems, Smart City devices, cable TV, security systems, runway lighting, paging systems, fire alarms, and other related electronic, control, and signaling systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Repairs & Maintenance: Repair and maintain a wide range of electronic systems and equipment such as radars, radios, computer systems, antennas, closed-circuit TV camera systems, Smart City devices, and more.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnosis: Perform troubleshooting, testing, and diagnostics to identify issues with components and systems, including calibrating and performing bench and field repairs at the component level.
• Design & Fabrication: Design and fabricate circuits and related equipment to modify existing systems or resolve unique technical challenges.
• System Installation: Install and maintain a variety of communication and signaling systems, including radio systems, antennas, CCTV, video equipment, microwave transmitters/receivers, alarm systems, computer data systems, and more.
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct regular preventative maintenance on electronic control and signaling equipment to minimize future repairs and ensure equipment meets manufacturer specifications.
• Service Contracts & Equipment Evaluation: Review service contracts, assess current equipment, and recommend new equipment purchases as needed.
• Training & Support: Provide training and maintenance instructions to operators and installers of specialized systems, ensuring they can operate and maintain systems effectively.
• System Monitoring & Operation: Operate computer systems designed to monitor and/or control specific electronic and electrical systems.
• Technical Documentation: Research and prepare technical reports, manuals, and detailed documentation outlining processes, procedures, and completed repair work.
• Programming & System Expansion: Write computer programs compatible with existing operating systems to expand the functionality of systems as needed.
• On-Call Support: May be required to be on-call for emergent needs, responding to after-hours or emergency calls outside of normal business hours.
• Additional Duties: Assist with snow removal duties and perform any other related tasks as assigned.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of electronic systems, circuits, and components, as well as troubleshooting and repair techniques.
• Familiarity with system design, installation, and maintenance practices.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software for troubleshooting and system analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to resolve technical issues promptly.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with clients, team members, and other departments.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting equipment and working in various environments.
• Must be willing to work outside of regular hours for emergency repairs or project needs.

Minimum Qualifications

We understand that your time is valuable please do not apply unless you meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience building and maintaining electronic systems and equipment and making component level repairs.
• Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
• License/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• Requires a valid CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) certification by the end of probation.

Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
About Everything Else

Job Profile
CJ2511 Electronic Systems Technician I
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Position Type
Unlimited

Position Salary Range
$32.44 - $50.28

Starting Pay
Based on Experience and Education

Agency
Arts & Venues Denver

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

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