Denver International Airport is hiring for the Electronic Systems Technician III. They will perform specialized, professional, and complex work in installing, modifying, diagnosing, programming, designing, configuring and maintaining a wide variety of complex electronic communication infrastructure  (CCTV/VMS, ECS, Fire Alarm) and access control systems.

What We Offer 

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The target salary range for this position is $36.45-$56.50. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:

• Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 12 paid holidays
• Yearly Merit Increase
• STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

Location and Schedule

• On site at Denver International Airport (parking is provided)  
• Shifts: Day shift, 6am-4:30pm, Swing Shift, 2:30pm-1am, Graveyard shift, 8:30pm-7am
• Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If staffing challenges occur, weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees will be required to work extended hours and/or alternative shifts (includes nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Participates in mandatory snow removal duties  
• Shifts are not guaranteed and are subject to change

What You’ll Do

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $36.4 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 37,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.  

As an Electric Systems Technician III, you will be installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing various low-voltage electronic systems including security cameras, electronic access control, fire alarm, mass notification and overhead paging, local PATV, airfield lighting controls, vehicle gate controllers, biometric devices, PLC control and signaling systems, and other electronic and electrical systems.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Perform acquisition, testing, setup, programming, repair and product enhancement of electronic systems and equipment such as radars, radios, computers, cellular phones, closed circuit TV camera systems, Smart City devices, cable TV, security, runway lighting, paging, fire alarm and other related electronic, control and signalizing systems. Access Control systems consisting of security device controllers, fingerprint, and facial authentication, biometric readers, and card readers
• Troubleshoot, test, diagnose, calibrate, and perform bench and field repairs to the component level
• Update new software and firmware for existing infrastructure to ensure it is kept up to date
• Maintain detailed documentation of data collection on required and completed repair work
• Repairs, monitors and maintains electronic systems and equipment such as Emergency Communications (ECS), Audio Control, Public Address systems, and Fire Alarm Systems.
• Performs regulatory tests and inspections of the ECS and FA systems per National Fire Protection (NFPA) and Denver building code requirements.
• Design, configure and fabricate circuits and related equipment as needed to utilize existing equipment, modify applications, or resolve unusual problems.
• Installs and maintains Fire Alarm and Emergency Communication System power supplies, video interfaces, alarm and signaling equipment, encoders and decoders, computer data systems, and other related communication systems. Performs preventative maintenance for electronic control and communication equipment to minimize repair problems and to meet regulatory and insurance requirements.
• Reviews service contracts, evaluates, and recommends equipment purchasing as assigned.
• Provides training and maintenance instructions to operators or installers of specialized systems and equipment.
• Operates a variety of computer systems designed to monitor and/or operate specific electronic and electrical systems.
• Work with vendors on system installation and partner with user agencies to determine future requirements.
• Researches and prepares technical reports and maintains records on required and completed repair work.
• Responds to service calls regarding the fire alarm or communication systems in person or remotely or refer call to the appropriate IT resource.
• Employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other City agencies to support core functions of the City during a City-wide emergency declared by the Mayor
• Any one position may not include all of the duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent in performing the essential duties listed above

What You’ll Bring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:​

• Attention to Detail – Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail
• Decision Making – Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
• Reading – Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.
• Technical Competence – Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
• Technical Problem Solving – Troubleshoots diagnoses, analyzes, and identifies system malfunctions to determine the source and cause of the problem.
• Technology Application – Uses machines, tools, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
• Written Communication – Composes, reviews, edits, and issues written materials for diverse audiences and communicates purpose in a succinct and organized manner that is appropriate for context, time, and place.
• Knowledge of Emergency and Evacuation Communication and Fire Alarm systems (Simplex notifier and IED is a plus)
• Knowledge of electrical equipment, components, instruments, and systems, including their design, installation, testing, uses, repair, or maintenance
• Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safe work environment for self and others.

Required Minimum Qualifications

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education: Graduation from high school or possession of GED, HiSET, or TASC certificate.
• Experience: Three (3) years of building and access control experience, configuring and 5 years maintaining electronic communication systems and equipment and making component level repairs and system modifications.
• License and certification: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. By position, requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements by the end of probation.
• Two (2) or more of the following licenses or certifications are required at the time of application: Mass Notification Systems Installer, Access Control Supervisor Certificate, Fire Alarm License, NICET Certificate (level II or greater), BICSI Technician Certificate, CSI certification, CVT certification, or CSSI certification. NOTE: One (1) of the license certificates MUST be one of the following City and County Of Denver issued credentials: Mass Notification Systems Installer, Access Control Supervisor Certificate, or Fire Alarm License.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Application Deadline

To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):

 Resume

Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than April 25th at midnight to ensure consideration.

FBI Background Check

FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.
 

Snow / Emergency Duties

Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.