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Electronic Technician Advanced

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Aug 2025

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Job Posting Title:

Electronic Technician Advanced

   

Position Type:

Classified

   

Department:

LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - FSys - Fire and Security (James N Henry (00004603))

   

Work Location:

LSU - Baton Rouge

   

Pay Grade:

   

Job Description:

This is an advanced journeyman position that requires superior technical skills to successfully provide technical diagnostic analysis to perform complex repairs, calibrations, adjustments, modifications, installations, inspections, and certifications of fire alarm systems in conjunction with other interfaced electronic systems within all research, academic and administrative facilities on the LSU Campus. In addition, the position performs Lead-worker duties, works with other craft personnel, covers supervisory absences and performs other craft skills as required.

Job Duties:

Utilizes superior technician skills to perform complex repairs, inspections, certifying, tagging, troubleshooting, calibrations, adjustments, modifications, installation, technical diagnostic analysis, etc., in conjunction with other craft personnel, on fire alarm systems and use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, volt, ohm meters, etc.-70%

Reads, interprets and works with advanced level circuit schematics, and vendor literature in new installations and the diagnosing and repair of electronic components.-10%

Troubleshoots and repairs miscellaneous alarm and electronic systems. -10%

Performs other duties as assigned by the Department including on-call and emergency work when needed.-10%


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of experience or training in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electronic office equipment, precision machinery, or electronic/electrical systems; OR

Three years of experience or training in the installation, repair, or maintenance of computer equipment or systems (hardware and/or software); OR

Possession of a CompTIA A+ Certification plus one of the following:

1. Two years of experience in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electronic office equipment, precision machinery, or electronic/electrical systems; OR
2. Two years of experience in the installation, repair, or maintenance of computer equipment or systems (hardware and/or software).
 
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTIONS:
Every six semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in electronics or computer science will substitute for one year of the required experience.
 

Special or Physical Qualifications:

  • Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67. 

  • This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

  • This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

  • In accordance with University Policy Statement  18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of an emergency or closure. 

  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs, be capable of stooping, kneeling, or crouching; able to reach and/or climb a ladder.

  • This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid Driver's License

Life Safety and Property Protection License with a Fire Alarm Endorsement from the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshall

Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details:

http://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=156750

   

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

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