Beyond Blue
Job Posting Title:
ITS Electronic Technician
Requisition Number:
R-000005636
Department Name:
& Data Center Operations
Work Location:
Parking Garage #2
Grade Level:
2
Type of Position:
Regular
Position Time Status:
Full time Equivalency Link https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Job Description:
Job Summary
Responsible for performing installation, management, and support of network infrastructure and structured cabling systems with moderate independence. Installs and maintains copper and fiber pathways, terminations, patch panels, and connectivity hardware according to industry standards. Responds to incidents and service requests, performing diagnostics and implementing repairs to ensure reliable network operations across campus facilities. Completes moves, adds, and changes, and documents infrastructure assets in institutional systems. Coordinates with engineers, contractors, and project managers to support renovations, new construction, and infrastructure upgrades. Participates in on-call rotations to provide timely troubleshooting and resolution of after-hours service issues.
Essential Functions
- Performs scheduled inspections, preventive maintenance, and functional tests per NFPA/NEC, manufacturer specifications, and university policies.
- Diagnoses faults to component level using meters, analyzers, and software tools; repairs/coordinates warranty service to restore full operation.
- Documents as-built drawings, device maps, panel programs, test reports, and asset inventory; updates records after changes.
- Supports renovations and small projects by pulling cable, mounting devices, terminating, labeling, and assisting with commissioning.
- Coordinates access, outages, and notifications with customers, contractors, and public safety; communicates status and ETAs.
- Adheres to change, lockout/tagout, and hot-work procedures; maintains clean, safe work areas, ladders, lifts, and tools.
- Assists with cost quotes, parts lists, and material orders; tracks usage and maintains truck/stock inventory.
- Participates in on-call rotation and after-hours event support; responds to priority incidents within defined SLAs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area
Experience Requirement: 1-3 years of experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
Certifications & Licensures: N/A
Working Conditions
A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 1. Never
E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. Never
G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never
K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
L. Loud noises: 1. Never
M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never
O. Radiation: 1. Never
P. Burns: 1. Never
Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never
R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never
S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never
U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A
Physical Demands
This position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with regular repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds or standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds.
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The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.