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Electronic Technician
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An Electronics Technician helps engineers design and develop electrical and electronic equipment. Assists with diagrams and specifications for design, construction of product prototypes, testing and calibration, technical problem solving, equipment repair and maintenance while ensuring regulatory safety standards are met.
$74,603 / year median in Louisiana
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Electronic Technician Division of Administration
- 3.7 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details $4,177
- $7,518 a month 21 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Parental leave Qualifications Radio communication systems Full Job Description Salary $4,177.00
- $7,518.
OSB 082026 ERG
Department Division of Administration Division Office of State Buildings Opening Date 08/20/2026 Closing Date 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job The Division of Administration/Office of State Buildings has a vacancy. This job title has an assigned pay grade of WS-215. The Office of State Buildings is responsible for the operations and maintenance of about 41 State buildings. This position is responsible for all maintenance and repair activities in all Office of State Buildings (OSB) including work performed by outside contractors. This position is responsible for all maintenance and repair activities in all Office of State Buildings including work performed by outside contractors. This position requires technical skills to successfully perform complex repairs, technical diagnostic analysis, modifications, and installation of electronic, electrical on Energy Management Systems, Fire Alarm, and Security Systems. The Division of Administration is the state government's management arm and the hub of its financial operations. Division offices perform a wide variety of activities, including the following: Overseeing the state's capital construction program Working to provide state and federal grants for community development Development of the state budget Providing technology services Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience or training in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electronic office equipment, precision machinery, or electronic/electrical systems; OR Two 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. One year of experience in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electronic office equipment, precision machinery, or electronic/electrical systems; OR 2. One year of experience in the installation, repair, or maintenance of computer equipment or systems (hardware and/or software).EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION
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.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess an appropriate Federal Communications Commission (FCC) radio-telephone license when working with marine and aviation transmitting equipment or with radar. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:
Power Distribution, Switchgear, Preventative Maintenance, and General Electrical Tasks Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical power distribution systems and equipment, including Power Distribution Centers, Motor Control Centers, switchgear, starters, relays, breakers, bus duct, variable frequency drives, control transformers, conduit, wiring, receptacles, and lighting systems. Work may involve equipment operating from 110 volts up to 13,800 volts.Additional duties include:
Troubleshooting electrical and electronic controls associated with HVAC equipment and determining whether malfunctions originate with the electrical supply or equipment. Performing preventative maintenance such as cleaning and resurfacing contacts, testing power lines and motors, checking connections, and tracing circuits. Reading blueprints and schematics to diagnose and repair electrical malfunctions, including shorted or burned wiring and bus duct. Designing or fabricating parts necessary to install new electrical components in existing panels or distribution equipment. Electronic Access, Security, Fire Alarm, and CCTV Systems Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electronic building security and access-control systems, including: Electronic door locks, card readers, relays, door switches, motion detectors, magnetic locks, cameras, monitors, control panels, and related wiring. CCTV components, computerized access-control devices, electronically operated gates, and associated power and communications connections. Field wiring and components for fire alarm system renovations and additions, including horns and strobes. Test circuitry, cabling, voltages, continuity, alignment, and sensitivity; interpret blueprints and schematics; and make minor system drawings as needed. Assist contractors with power locations, cable routing, system upgrades, and installation of new field points. Energy Management and Building Automation Systems Install and maintain Electronic Energy Management and Building Automation Systems at facilities throughout Louisiana. Work includes installation and servicing of pneumatic switches, relays, tubing, pressure switches, cabling, transformers, and related electronic components. Computer Center and Specialized Electronic Equipment Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment supporting computer centers and other specialized applications.Duties may include:
Installing conduit, cabling, electrical wiring, connectors, transformers, and equipment terminations. Maintaining constant-voltage transformers and adjusting equipment to address voltage fluctuations or malfunctions. Reading schematics and manufacturer specifications to diagnose, repair, replace, or adjust equipment. Installing and maintaining specialized lighting controls, dimmer systems, public address systems, paging systems, alarms, and related electronic equipment. Ordering materials and equipment needed for installations, repairs, and system upgrades. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or supervisory chain of commandPosition-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
This vacancy will be filled by a new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee. Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People withDisabilities How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. A criminal history check may be conducted on all new hires as well as employees changing positions, including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-Verify system. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire. For further information about this posting, please contact: Erica R. Gay HR Specialist Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources email: Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave- Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave
- State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
- Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement
- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works).