Job Description / Essential Elements:

ELK GROVE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASS TITLE: MAINTENANCE ALARM TECHNICIAN

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Area Supervisor-Maintenance, perform journey-level technical work in the repair and maintenance of a variety of District electronic equipment, including fire and intrusion alarm systems, clock, intercom and bell systems; perform periodic testing of fire and intrusion systems according to State Fire Marshall requirements and applicable City and County codes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform specialized technical work in the repair, adjustment, replacement, modification and routine maintenance to clock and fire and intrusion systems, alarm systems, intercom, clock, and bell systems and other electronics equipment; perform preventive maintenance as assigned.

Evaluate and repair and maintain equipment including fire and intrusion alarm systems and related components; perform periodic testing of fire and intrusion systems according to State Fire Marshall requirements and applicable City and County codes.

Provide technical support to remodels, additions and deferred maintenance projects; test and install electronic systems in offices, classrooms and portables; assure compliance to State, County and District laws, rules and regulations.

Estimate cost and time for major upgrades, repairs and installation of equipment and systems; provide testing of sample equipment proposed for purchase; make recommendations related to the purchase of new systems.

Interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, plans and specifications; conduct plan review for new and remodel projects.

Provide technical assistance to District personnel, staff and others in the use of equipment and systems; inspect and test equipment to determine source and feasibility of repair.

Operate and maintain a variety of specialized tools and test equipment related to electronic repair work; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

Maintain related records as required.

Respond to 24 hour emergency call as assigned.

Review and comment on building plans and specifications for modernization and new building projects.

Assist other maintenance staff with projects as assigned.

Operate a computer and applicable software.

Perform related duties as assigned.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Electronic and electrical theory, principles and practices.

Methods, tools and procedures used in the operation, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment including fire and intrusion and communications systems.

Methods and procedures for storing equipment, materials and supplies.

Safety practices and precautions.

Proper lifting techniques.

Basic record-keeping techniques.

Hazmat and safety rules and regulations.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

Repair, maintain and troubleshoot a variety of electronic equipment including fire and intrusion and communications systems.

Order parts and supplies and maintain inventory.

Maintain records and files.

Schedule and perform work to meet established time lines.

Work independently with minimal supervision.

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others.

Communicate effectively with others.

Work from blueprints, sketches or other drawings.

Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.

Maintain work pace appropriate to given workload.

Speak, read and write English at a level required for satisfactory job performance.

Use a breathing respirator as needed.

Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.

Move hands and fingers to operate a variety of electronic testing equipment and measuring devices.

Hear and speak to exchange information.

Reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Bend at the waist, kneel or crouch.

Use proper lifting methods.

Climb ladders and work from heights.

See to distinguish colors and read blueprints.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in electronics and electronic equipment repair and five years experience in the repair and maintenance of fire, intrusion and communications systems.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California Class C driver's license.

Incumbents must obtain certification to wear a respirator within probationary period.

Floor-lift 90 pounds and arm-lift 90 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor work environment.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.

Emergency call-out.

HAZARDS:

Exposure to electrical power supply.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements

Please complete our on-line application in full.

Please scan any required documents.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT ANY REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED MUST BE IN .PDF FORMAT.

Comments and Other Information

REPOST EJ #CL22 - 21

Employee Entrance Evaluation requirement is available in the Information/Testing link above.

The Elk Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Amreek Singh, Chief Human Resources Officer, 9510 Elk Grove - Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624, 916-686-5085, Title IX Coordinator: Amreek Singh, Chief Human Resources Officer, 9510 Elk Grove - Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624, 916-686-5085 and Section 504 Coordinators: Keith Mims and Don Gordon, Coordinators, 9510 Elk Grove - Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624, 916-686-7568.