Position:
Electronic Technician J - Maintenance
Type:
Public
Location:
Urban
Job ID:
136134
County:
East Maricopa
Posted:
October 27, 2026
Contact Information:
Mesa Public Schools
549 North Stapley Drive
Mesa, Arizona 85201
District Website
Contact:
Recruitment
Phone: 480-472-7210
Fax:
District Email
Job Description:
Employment Type:
Full-time (40 hours per week)
Base Hourly:
$28.85
Class/Calendar:
C41, 12 months
Benefits:
Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance
Performance Pay:
Available annually
New Hire Experience:
1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum
New Hire Education:
1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position
Job Summary:
To repair various electronic systems and components and to maintain them in safe operating condition; and to install electronic systems to provide safe and uninterrupted service.
Written Test Required at Time of Application
Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Maintenance. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and repair district electronic communication systems (i.e. fire alarm, intercom, video, sound, and other related systems)
- Coordinate with appropriate district personnel and contractor to develop project specifications and follow up on contractor progress
- Process documentation and other paperwork associated with job requirements in a timely manner
- Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
- Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools
Required Qualifications:
- High School education or equivalent
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Formal education in electronics field
- Must obtain NICET certification within 6 months of hire, training and exam fee to be provided by the district
- Minimum two years' experience in the electronics repair or related field; excellent attendance record
- Working knowledge and experience of fire alarm, intercom, sound and video systems; proficiency with computer systems
- Knowledge and experience with electronic devices and circuitry; ability to diagnose component failure and repair
Skills & Competencies:
- Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
- Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
- Ability to interpret, to understand and to work from plans, schematics and blueprints
- Ability to utilize tools and safe working practices of the electronics trade
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) and to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
- Ability to lift and/or to move 100 pounds; to work from ladders and lifts up to 35 feet
- Ability to work overtime and to change schedules with minimal notice; willingness to work non-regular hours (weekends, night shift, swing shift, holidays)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Work is primarily performed on-site at various school district buildings, including classrooms, offices, maintenance areas, and sometimes outdoors
- May be exposed to noise, dust, and electrical hazards. May work in cramped spaces.
- May require early morning, evening, or weekend work to avoid school disruptions
- Must be able to climb ladders and work on scaffolding or elevated platforms
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for fine motor tasks (e.g., wiring, soldering, assembling parts)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (e.g., equipment, tools, cables)
Other: