Electronics Technician

Starting Date: Jan 19, 2026

Location: OPS Service Center, 4041 N 72 nd St, Omaha NE 68134

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Salary

Schedule:

This is a full-time negotiated position. Salary grade 87D

Position

Purpose:

This individual will repair, maintain & install mechanical/electrical sub-systems of a broad array of security systems, door access, security cameras and safety systems.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Diagnose network systems, including IP networking, VLANS, and DHCP reservations.
• Diagnose, repair, adjust, and install Intrusion Security, Camera & Card Access systems.
• Prepare and manage the electronic security budget, which is used for the upkeep and installation of new security equipment throughout the District.
• Enter various card access door schedules as prompted by building administrators or designees to ensure access for various events.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish the requirements of the position.
• Respond to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety/ security concerns.
• Inspect fire alarm panels and detectors to maintain compliance with state fire inspection criteria.
• Perform trade-related tasks as assigned by the foreman or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform job duties independently and efficiently, exhibiting reliable judgment, setting appropriate priorities and timelines, and solving problems in support of successful and timely completion of responsibilities.
• Record information about parts, materials, and repair procedures.
• Maintain records to support the financial accountability of this program.
• Communicate courteously and effectively with the public and school district staff.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance and productivity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma
• Associate’s degree in Electronics, preferred.
• Minimum of five years of full-time experience with Security, Camera & Access Controls systems.
• Knowledge and experience working with Genetec, DMP, Mercury, and HID, Axis hardware preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of personal computer, Microsoft Office 365 software, and District CMMS software (computerized maintenance management system – Layer).
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Skills pertinent to positive human relationships with the ability to communicate and work effectively with staff members and the community in a multicultural setting.
• Above average attendance and work performance.
• Will maintain strict confidentiality of information and records.
• Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Ability to meet the District's insurability requirements.
• Ability to pass functional assessment of physical abilities.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators.

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and a fax machine. Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel:
Limited travel will be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Physical ability to climb, kneel, stoop, walk, and engage in heavy physical activities, including exerting force equal to lifting seventy (75) pounds in performance of job-related tasks.
• Ability to climb ladders with tools and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds, and heights of up to fifty (50) feet.
• Physical strength, flexibility, coordination, dexterity, and endurance.
• Ability to work in physically constricted areas.
• The individual must pass a pre-employment assessment of abilities to meet these physical requirements, to be arranged by the school district.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day-to-day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must…