Electronics Technician

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Closing Date:
07/21/2026
Type of Position:
Skilled Crafts and Trades

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
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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.

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Department:
Work Control

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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 I

• Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
• At least three years of experience in the electronics field or equivalent experience
• NICET Level I or the ability to obtain within six months of hire

Minimum Qualifications for Electronics Technician II

• All of the above AND
• NICET Level II Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire
• At least seven years' experience in maintaining access control, alarms, and/or CCTV systems or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II Certification
• Experience with low voltage
• Journeyman Electrician License
• Experience with installation access controls

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic hand tools and small power tools
• Leadership Skills
• Ability to perform manual labor under varying working conditions
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Additional Information:

Criminal Background check
Sex Offender registry check
Drug Screen required
Motor Vehicle Registry check required

Salary Information:

Control Technician I - $57,399 (Commensurate with education and experience)
Control Technician II - $63,139 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

John Cornelius

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site


Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The 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 Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Climbing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching, Pulling, Reaching
Benefits Eligible:
Yes