Electronics Specialist I (Fire Life Safety) (OPEN TO CURRENT CSM EMPLOYEES ONLY)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electronics Specialist I supports inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation of Fire Life Safety systems across the Colorado School of Mines campus. Working with Facilities Management, technical services staff, contractors, and regulatory agencies, the position helps maintain compliance, operational reliability, and safety. The role offers hands-on experience and development in fire alarm systems, life safety technologies, electrical systems, compliance processes, and facilities operations. The position also assists with utility monitoring and auditing, records facility and meter data, supports project and compliance documentation, and helps with essential campus operations such as snow removal. Work is performed in mechanical and electrical rooms, campus buildings, rooftops, and indoor and outdoor environments. The role may require work outside normal business hours during snow events or other critical campus needs. This is a full-time, on-campus position with a Monday–Friday schedule of 40 hours per week. It is open only to current Colorado School of Mines employees who are Colorado residents when applying.

Requirements

Must be a current employee at Colorado School of Mines.
Must be a Colorado resident when submitting the application.
One year of relevant experience in an occupation related to the assigned work, including basic electrical wiring knowledge; ability to learn fire and life safety system procedures; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel; ability to follow detailed procedures, instructions, and safety requirements; and ability to perform physically demanding work in indoor and outdoor environments.
Alternatively, a combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to one year; transcripts must be attached for educational credit.
Background check, pre-employment physical, pre-employment drug screen, and Motor Vehicle Record check are conditions of employment.
The work requires standing, walking, climbing ladders, lifting equipment, operating tools, and working safely around building systems and construction activities.

Nice To Haves

NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I certification, or ability to obtain it.
Experience supporting fire alarm systems, fire protection systems, or facilities maintenance operations.
Experience working with contractors, inspections, compliance documentation, or technical reporting.
Knowledge of fire and life safety systems and components.
Fire alarm system diagnostics and troubleshooting knowledge.
Basic electrical wiring knowledge.
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
Strong attention to detail, a team-oriented mindset, professional communication and contractor coordination, organizational and record-keeping abilities, and willingness to learn and develop technical expertise.

Responsibilities

Assist with inspection, testing, installation, troubleshooting, modification, maintenance, and repair of fire and life safety systems.
Support fire alarm detection systems, fire alarm technologies, backflow devices, eyewash and emergency shower systems, and related equipment.
Identify and report unusual or unsafe equipment conditions, including leaks, failures, deficiencies, and operational concerns.
Assist with preventative maintenance and corrective repairs.
Collect and coordinate materials, equipment, and replacement parts for maintenance activities.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs.
Prepare and submit compliance documentation to regulatory agencies and authorities through online reporting systems.
Use Microsoft Office applications and digital systems to document work and compliance requirements.
Assist with monitoring contractor work and construction projects involving changes to existing fire life safety systems.
Assist with utility monitoring and auditing across campus facilities; record meter data and facility performance information.
Support preparation and tracking of inspection reports, invoices, proposals, requests for information, and project documentation.
Maintain electronic records and support compliance reporting.
Assist Facilities Management with campus operations, including snow removal during adverse weather events.
Support housekeeping and organization of mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, fire riser rooms, rooftops, and other facilities spaces.
Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, orderly, and safe.
Assist with cleaning and maintaining fire protection devices such as smoke detectors and sprinkler components.
Work outside normal business hours during snow events or other critical campus needs when required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays.
State retirement plan (PERA).
Parental leave.
Reduced-cost tuition for employees and family members.
Life and disability insurance.
Professional growth and training opportunities.
Access to technology and equipment.
Colorado State Employee Assistance Program.
Access to a world-class recreation center.
Interaction with an international population and cultural events.
Hands-on training, exposure to advanced fire protection and alarm technologies, mentorship, and career growth and advancement opportunities within Facilities Management and Fire Life Safety operations.