Electronics Specialist I

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electronics Specialist I installs, maintains, troubleshoots, tests, and repairs dental equipment used in patient clinics, simulation clinics, and laboratory/research areas at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Dental Medicine. The role helps ensure reliable equipment operation for patient care and clinical education in accordance with manufacturer specifications, service manuals, and applicable requirements. The assignment also includes facility maintenance and repair support and monitoring crash carts and emergency cabinets. This position works onsite in Aurora, Colorado, on a four-day, 10-hour-per-day schedule. It is eligible for overtime compensation.

Requirements

One year of relevant mechanical and/or equipment repair experience, or a combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to one year.
Colorado residency at the time of application, as required by Colorado law for candidates for state government jobs.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Ability to work onsite in Aurora, Colorado, and work a four-day, 10-hour-per-day schedule.
Successfully complete required criminal background and sex offender registry checks.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of individuals.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in decision making.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with dental or medical equipment.
Experience working in facilities.
Computer experience.
Previous experience working in a dental education setting.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair dental equipment in patient clinics, simulation clinics, and laboratory/research areas.
Calibrate and safety-test dental equipment, working with a certified technician for x-ray and nitrous oxide systems.
Monitor equipment for damage or malfunctions, monitor nitrous oxide/oxygen and other supply levels, and arrange manufacturer repairs as needed.
Prioritize repair requests and communicate equipment status and repair timeframes to faculty, staff, and students.
Support facility maintenance and repairs, respond to school personnel requests, and coordinate work beyond the position’s expertise with Campus Facilities or other appropriate departments.
Check assigned crash carts and emergency cabinets, maintain inventories, monitor oxygen levels and equipment function, and report problems to responsible parties.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options.
Multiple dental plan options.
Disability, life, and vision insurance.
Retirement plan options: State pension (PERA Defined Benefit) or 401(a), with employer contributions between 10% and 21.5% of gross pay.
Paid time off accruals, including vacation and sick leave.
Vacation days: 12 to 24 per year, depending on length of total State of Colorado service.
Sick days: 10 per year, with a 360-hour maximum accrual.
15 holiday days per year.
Tuition benefit available on all CU campuses.
Reduced-rate ECO Pass for RTD bus and light rail service.
Eligible for overtime compensation.