Principal Electronics Technician
UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
Job Summary
Designs, maintains, tests, repairs, and troubleshoots Fire Alarm / Security / Access Control and Closed Circuit Television Systems. Works independently, ensuring work meets technical requirements set by manufacturers, NFPA, and NEC. Provides advice to supervisors and the Campus Fire Marshal on fire‐related equipment and issues. Affirms and implements the department’s Educational Equity Plan and works in a diverse, team environment.
Location: DELA-1522. Benefits: Full Benefits Eligibility.
Responsibilities
Technical/Mechanical Alarm Systems (80%) – Research, design, install, maintain, test, repair, modify, and troubleshoot fire alarm, security alarm, access control, and CCTV systems. Serve as liaison with Campus Fire Marshal; audit fire systems; maintain records and inventories; review construction plans for fire systems; train Housing staff on testing and replacement of systems; conduct on‑site audits for safety of 9,000 residents; coordinate testing and maintenance with contractors.
General Duties (10%) – Lead skilled/semi‑skilled staff; manage inspection of detectors; open and close work tickets; implement the department’s Educational Equity and Strategic Plans; use hand and power tools, testing equipment, and other mechanical tools as needed.
Safety (5%) – Follow UCSB Environmental Health and Safety policies; understand and adhere to safety regulations; report accidents; participate in safety programs; adhere to the 20‑minute rule for repetitive tasks.
Security (5%) – Lock unoccupied areas; safeguard keys and devices; keep keys on campus; notify clients of work status.
Qualifications
High School Graduate or GED.
Minimum 5 years’ experience working with fire alarm and access control systems.
Extensive experience maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting commercial fire alarm systems.
Knowledge of ADA, Title 19, NFPA standards, NEC, and fire protection systems.
Experience with security and access control equipment.
Good working knowledge of PCs, laptops, and MS Office Suite for e‑mail, reports, research, and system programming.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Special Conditions of Employment
Ability to respond to emergency calls after duty hours; may carry an after‑hours duty phone and/or shift changes.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and meet local driving record policies.
Must pass a satisfactory criminal history background check.
UCSB is a Tobacco‑Free environment.
Vaccination Policy
As a condition of employment, employees must comply with the University of California Vaccination Program. Employees must be up to date with required vaccines or request an exemption by the compliance date, as stipulated by the policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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Designs, maintains, tests, repairs, and troubleshoots Fire Alarm / Security / Access Control and Closed Circuit Television Systems. Works independently, ensuring work meets technical requirements set by manufacturers, NFPA, and NEC. Provides advice to supervisors and the Campus Fire Marshal on fire‐related equipment and issues. Affirms and implements the department’s Educational Equity Plan and works in a diverse, team environment.
Location: DELA-1522. Benefits: Full Benefits Eligibility.
Responsibilities
Technical/Mechanical Alarm Systems (80%) – Research, design, install, maintain, test, repair, modify, and troubleshoot fire alarm, security alarm, access control, and CCTV systems. Serve as liaison with Campus Fire Marshal; audit fire systems; maintain records and inventories; review construction plans for fire systems; train Housing staff on testing and replacement of systems; conduct on‑site audits for safety of 9,000 residents; coordinate testing and maintenance with contractors.
General Duties (10%) – Lead skilled/semi‑skilled staff; manage inspection of detectors; open and close work tickets; implement the department’s Educational Equity and Strategic Plans; use hand and power tools, testing equipment, and other mechanical tools as needed.
Safety (5%) – Follow UCSB Environmental Health and Safety policies; understand and adhere to safety regulations; report accidents; participate in safety programs; adhere to the 20‑minute rule for repetitive tasks.
Security (5%) – Lock unoccupied areas; safeguard keys and devices; keep keys on campus; notify clients of work status.
Qualifications
High School Graduate or GED.
Minimum 5 years’ experience working with fire alarm and access control systems.
Extensive experience maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting commercial fire alarm systems.
Knowledge of ADA, Title 19, NFPA standards, NEC, and fire protection systems.
Experience with security and access control equipment.
Good working knowledge of PCs, laptops, and MS Office Suite for e‑mail, reports, research, and system programming.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Special Conditions of Employment
Ability to respond to emergency calls after duty hours; may carry an after‑hours duty phone and/or shift changes.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and meet local driving record policies.
Must pass a satisfactory criminal history background check.
UCSB is a Tobacco‑Free environment.
Vaccination Policy
As a condition of employment, employees must comply with the University of California Vaccination Program. Employees must be up to date with required vaccines or request an exemption by the compliance date, as stipulated by the policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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