Electronic Systems Specialist

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/01/2026
• Closing Date:
  Open until filled
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Administration Dept / Administration-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: FMD
  - Automation
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift 7am-3:30pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $27.24 - $38.14 / hourly; $56,877 - $79,636 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area:
  Tech Services Automation
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

Job Class:
Electronic Systems Specialist

Agency:
Administration Dept

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

In this position you will maintain, repair, and alter the data processing system connected to a group of state-owned buildings on the Capitol Complex in St. Paul. This processing system automates environmental controls, access control, security devices, video, intercom, fire protection, metering, and lighting control systems. This position also carries the responsibility of off-duty callback if emergency conditions occur with the automation system or related auxiliary equipment.

Job duties include:

• Planning, installing, calibrating, configuring, maintaining, and repairing electronics equipment to maintain the operational status of the Capitol Complex integrated environmental, UL fire alarm, access control, security camera, emergency intercom, metering, and lighting systems.
• Ensuring proper operation of all fire alarms and audio systems in the state buildings on the Capitol Complex in the event of a fire or other emergency.
• Perform necessary routine functions to the Honeywell EBI Systems and remotes to ensure minimum downtime.

• Must hold and maintain an Electrician license. Acceptable electrical licensure includes:
  Master Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Power Limited Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, and Exempt Maintenance Electrician.
• If the successful candidate does not currently hold a Power Limited Technician or higher license, they will be required to register as an unlicensed individual prior to hire and will perform work in accordance with M.S. 326B.33.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Experience installing, maintaining, repairing, and programming environmental, security, and fire alarm control systems.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic fundamentals that interface with digital controls.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and outside vendors.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical blueprints sufficient to accurately install and locate electrical/electronic equipment.
• Problem-solving skills sufficient to diagnose and repair problems quickly and efficiently.

• Vocational/technical degree in Electronics is highly desired.
• Electronics experience with primary responsibility for the installation, operation, programming and maintenance of commercial security, environmental and fire alarm control systems.

Successful candidate must pass: pre-employment physical (CRT TEST REQUIREMENT MINIMUM IS LIGHT-MEDIUM, EX: ABLE TO LIFT 13-21 LBS FREQUENTLY 100-300 REPS AN HOUR),

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American Data Bank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

If you have questions about this position, contact Teresa Mills ls.us or .

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