Austin Aviation - Airport Electronics Technician

City of Austin

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the City of Austin, specifically for Austin Aviation at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). The City of Austin emphasizes guiding principles of Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity, aiming to be a forward-thinking organization that values its employees and contributes to making Austin a thriving and resilient city. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, owned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, is a significant economic driver in Central Texas. The airport is currently undergoing its largest improvement program, Journey With AUS, which involves redefining the travel experience through bold ideas and cutting-edge infrastructure. The Airport Electronics Technician role is an exciting opportunity to join this team. Under general supervision, the technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing electromechanical access control, security, CCTV, electronic fire alarm and suppression, audio/video public address systems, and instrumentation and control equipment across AUS facilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
Knowledge of safety rules, practices, and procedures when working with energized electrical/electronic equipment.
Knowledge of operating, installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining electromechanical security, CCTV, and access control system and components.
Knowledge of equipment, tools, and materials used in electronic system maintenance and construction.
Knowledge of electromechanical door locking systems.
Knowledge of modern electrical, electronic, and microwave control systems.
Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory as it applies to relays and control devices.
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, City of Austin and departmental policies and procedures.
Skill in the use of hand tools common to the electronic trade.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematic diagrams, drawings, manufacturer manuals, and technical instructions.
Ability to work in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means of entry and exit.
Ability to test and calibrate instruments and make precise and close tolerance repairs and adjustments.
Ability to wear anti-fall (SRL) body harness for confined space entry or working from aerial man lifts or bucket truck.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees, tenants, and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively to subordinates, customers, and management.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
Four (4) years of experience in repair and maintenance or installation of electronic and electromechanical equipment.
One (1) year of experience in the Aviation, Military, Industrial, Commercial Construction, or other large-scale commercial or utility infrastructure environments.
Valid State of Texas Class “C” Driver License.
Meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite (no more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months).
Ability to drive a city vehicle.
Ability to drive on the AOA.
Possession of a Texas driver's license as authorized by the Texas Transportation Code.
Ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Fire Alarm Systems.
Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Suppression Sprinkler Systems.
Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Public Address/ Paging System.
Experience in repair, testing, and troubleshooting of Security Access Control and CCTV Systems.
Knowledge and use of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to include: Work Order Management, Inventory Management, Downtime Reporting, Assets Lifespan, Preventative.

Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, and diagnoses complex electromechanical and electronic security and fire alarm systems and equipment in 24/7 commercial and remote AUS facilities.
Repairs various CCTV systems using bucket truck and aerial man lifts.
Completes assigned work orders including making materials ready, performing quality inspections, preparing system outage requests, reading blueprints and schematics, preparing as-built mark-up, and other tasks as necessary.
Performs preventative maintenance on all security, life safety, and audio/visual systems and components in the AUS terminal and remote facilities.
Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests and records information in the asset management system (AMS).
Calibrates and maintains equipment and infrastructure at and between control center and remote sites.
Installs and maintains digital and analogue airfield microwave system.
Oversees and assists with the maintenance and repair activities performed by third-party contractors.
Advises leadership of equipment needs and recommends specific types and models.
Coordinates maintenance, repairs, and system outages with AUS facility users.
Reviews, approves, processes, and coordinates all fire alarm/suppression system impairment requests and hot work permits.
Ensures all systems comply with all Federal, State, City, and Local regulations, policies, procedures, and ordinances.
May lead and train others.