Electronic Technician III

Job Title
Electronic Technician III

Requisition Number
RE52931

Working Title

Department Name
3CP26:Campus Maintenance Central

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
42

Salary Range
$17.41-27.87/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion.

May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and/or

weather/temperature extremes while on or traveling to/from various job sites.

Shift

7:30 am – 4:15 pm (Monday – Friday).

Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors, emergencies, and/or crisis management requiring night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.

Job Summary

This position will work as a team leader for 1-5 employees & will complete all duties of an Electronic Tech I & II. Primary responsibilities for this position include:

• coordinate job site responsibilities, make decisions, buy parts, and communicate problems to supervisors
• install/inspect remote data gathering panels, fire alarms, security alarms, conduit wiring, etc.
• work on computer systems and have extensive circuit theory knowledge
• design, install, operate, and maintain complex systems
• work with fire marshal, may do fire alarm inspections if state certified
• prepare cost estimates for projects
• repair electronic circuit boards
• repair associated components of Energy Management Systems, self-contained emergency lights, TVs, recorders, intercom systems, coaches’ headsets, etc.
• read volt meter and must understand technical writing; assist with designs/modifications/upgrades
• work with engineers
• work on life/safety projects/panels
• work on expansion/renovation projects
• prepare cost estimates for larger projects
• maintain records, drawings, and schematics for systems
• read/prepare blueprints and follow technical manuals
• order supplies and keep records of equipment & inventory
• check on customers to ensure customer satisfaction
• coordinate with customers/departments/shops
• act as Supervisor when needed

Must be available for emergency callbacks and work overtime when required. Position may require some shift work. Must be willing to take on additional responsibilities as assigned. This position will require working from ladders/manholes. Driver’s license is strongly preferred.

Multiple positions available.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows/Office; SAP; KRONOS
Driver’s License — Preferred

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
02/08/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

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.