Electronic Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onGeneral William J. Palmer High School, 301, North Wahsatch Avenue, Middle Shooks Run, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80903, United States
About the Team
The City of Colorado Springs is seeking an Electronic Specialist to join the Airport IT & Phones team. This role is critical to maintaining the operational integrity of the Colorado Springs Airport, ensuring that complex electronic systems supporting security, communications, and airfield operations function reliably for millions of travelers.
About the Role
As an Electronic Specialist, you will serve as the technical backbone for a diverse array of critical infrastructure. Your day-to-day work involves the installation, upgrade, maintenance, and calibration of systems ranging from physical access controls and IP-based CCTV to airfield lighting controls, fiber optic communications, and automated vehicle identification (AVI) systems. You will also manage public address systems, fuel dispensing safety mechanisms, and passenger boarding bridges.
This position requires a blend of hands-on technical skill and proactive problem-solving. You will interpret engineering plans and schematics to troubleshoot and repair electronic, electrical-mechanical, and optical equipment. Beyond repairs, you will maintain detailed inspection and status logs, conduct routine service checks, and provide demonstrations on the safe operation of equipment to airport staff. The role demands flexibility, as you must be available for emergency callouts on a rotating basis to address urgent system failures.
Hiring Process & Application Instructions
To apply, visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and submit a complete online application via the Government Jobs system. All applicants must create a new login unless they already possess a Government Jobs user ID.
Important Application Guidelines:
- Ensure your application includes the entire work experience section; incomplete applications may not be considered.
- You may redact personal information such as age, date of birth, or graduation dates from your resume and transcripts without penalty.
- The system does not allow edits after submission. If changes are needed, submit a new application before the closing date; Human Resources will review the most recent submission.
- For specific questions regarding this position, please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
The City of Colorado Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a welcoming culture that values the unique individual qualities of its employees. We foster an environment where people want to work and thrive. We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing through the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program.
Work Authorization: The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Additionally, the selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal history records check as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Work location
Work model: On-site
General William J. Palmer High School, 301, North Wahsatch Avenue, Middle Shooks Run, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80903, United States
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInstall, configure, and calibrate electronic systems using schematics and manuals
- check_circleMaintain inspection, repair, and status logs for all electronic equipment
- check_circleLocate, troubleshoot, and repair fiber optic connections and optical equipment
- check_circleTroubleshoot and repair electronic, electrical-mechanical, and optical systems
- check_circleProvide demonstrations on the safe use, operation, and maintenance of equipment
- check_circleEnsure compliance with TSA and Airport regulatory requirements
- check_circleRespond to and investigate requests concerning the operation of airport systems
- check_circleConduct service checks and perform routine maintenance to ensure system functionality
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or GED
- verified3 years experience with installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of electronic control, monitoring systems, and related instrumentation
- verifiedFingerprint-based criminal history records check
- verifiedValid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license
- verifiedAuthorization to work in the United States
Nice to Have
Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions. Associate degree in electronics, successful completion of electronic trade school, or certification as an electronics technician. Two years of full-time experience in the installation, maintenance, or repair of various commercial or industrial electronics systems (i.e. access control/security systems, CCTV, fiber optic systems, public address/paging systems, AVI systems, airport or airfield electronic control systems, telemetry or monitoring systems, telephony systems, and/or radio communications).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleShift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Fiber Optic, Electrical, Electronic, Electronic Testing, Calibration, Repair, Electrical Construction, Scada, Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition, Access Control.
Education: Completion of twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED) required; Associate degree in electronics preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs
What does a Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs do?expand_more
In this Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs role, you will install, configure, and calibrate electronic systems using schematics and manuals; maintain inspection, repair, and status logs for all electronic equipment; locate, troubleshoot, and repair fiber optic connections and optical equipment; and troubleshoot and repair electronic, electrical-mechanical, and optical systems.
What are the requirements for this Electronic Specialist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs position, applicants should have: High school diploma or GED; 3 years experience with installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of electronic control, monitoring systems, and related instrumentation; Fingerprint-based criminal history records check; Valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license; and Authorization to work in the United States.
Where is the Electronic Specialist role at City of Colorado Springs located?expand_more
Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs is based in General William J. Palmer High School, 301, North Wahsatch Avenue, Middle Shooks Run, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80903, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Electronic Specialist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
City of Colorado Springs has listed this Electronic Specialist role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Electronic Specialist role?expand_more
Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Electronic Specialist role at City of Colorado Springs?expand_more
Key skills for Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs include Fiber Optic; Electrical; Electronic; Electronic Testing; Calibration; Repair; Electrical Construction; and Scada.
What education is required for Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Completion of twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED) required; and Associate degree in electronics preferred.
What category does the Electronic Specialist role belong to?expand_more
Electronic Specialist at City of Colorado Springs is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About City of Colorado Springs
The City of Colorado Springs operates as a home rule municipal government within the Government Administration industry, headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Serving a population of approximately 478,221 residents across 195 square miles, the city functions under a Council-Mayor structure featuring a popularly elected Mayor and nine council members. As the largest city in the state by area and the second most populous, it ranks among the community's largest employers.
The city serves a diverse community that includes residents, businesses, and visitors, leveraging its location at the base of Pikes Peak. It supports a robust ecosystem of five military establishments, numerous colleges, the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and over 50 sports organizations. The local economy thrives in aerospace, defense, and cybersecurity sectors, complemented by a wide array of non-profits and tourist attractions. The municipality also manages extensive recreational infrastructure, including over 150 parks and 375 miles of trails.
Recognized for quality of life, the city secured the fourth spot in the US News & World Report's 2020-21 Best Places to Live list. It offers career opportunities through its official communications and human resources channels for those interested in contributing to municipal operations and public service.
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