ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN
City of Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
Overview
Department of Fleet & Facility Management
Bureau of Facility Operation
Number of Positions: 1 (Additional Vacancies Possible Pending Budget Approval)
Starting Annual Salary: $57.75
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City’s collective bargaining agreement with IBEW LOCAL 134 (BARGAINING Unit 32). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.
Bid Instructions
Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”
Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)
Select your correct bargaining unit
Failure to follow these instructions will result in a rejected bid application.
Location, Schedule and Requirements
Location: City Wide
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 7:00AM – 3:30PM
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Essential Duties
Under supervision, installs, programs, operates and repairs building automation systems (BAS) used to control and maintain integrated building management systems (e.g., heating, ventilation and air conditioning, security access and video equipment, lighting, fire safety) in city offices and municipal facilities
Observes monitoring screens to ensure the proper functioning of security access control systems
Reads manufacturer specifications, mechanical and control drawings and technical manuals to determine appropriate installation and repair methods
Tests and programs networks using various communication protocols (e.g., LON, Modbus, BACnet)
Performs on-site inspections of digital controls to ensure proper operation and sequencing of systems in new and renovated facilities
Tests and troubleshoots related equipment and devices (e.g., network controllers, routers, gateways, remote input/output modules) and adjusts or replaces defective circuitry or electronic components
Performs preventive maintenance functions to ensure proper systems operations and reduce equipment downtime
Reviews and analyzes building operation and energy reports and modifies program applications to optimize system performance
Participates in meetings with project managers, contractors and skilled trades to review installation specifications for new BAS
Records data on inspection results and testing techniques and generates related reports
Recommends the purchase of parts and equipment used in repairing and maintaining digital controls
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered Electrical Mechanic apprenticeship training program and journeyman status; OR If not fulfilled, options: successful completion of an industry or company sponsored apprenticeship training program as an Electrical Mechanic, PLUS two (2) years of journey level work experience as an electrical mechanic
Seven (7) years of journey level work experience as an electrical mechanic
Licensure, Certification, Or Other Qualifications
A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required
Education & Employment Verification
If selected, you must provide adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position. If you received your degree internationally, all transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If verification cannot be made, any offer may be withdrawn.
NOTE: The list of essential duties is not inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class. You must provide your valid U.S. driver's license at time of application. To be considered, provide information about your educational background and work experience, including job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. You may attach a resume, paste a resume, or complete the online resume fields.
Selection Requirements
This is a non-interview Tested title. Applicants must complete a written test/skills assessment. Test results are analyzed and compiled by the Department of Human Resources. Bidders who pass the test will be hired in seniority order according to the collective bargaining agreement. Applicants who pass the test will be hired in lottery/random order.
Preferences
Previous experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Experience with the following communication protocols: LON, Modbus, BACnet
Additional Information
For information on employees benefits: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html
For information on salary and title structure: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf
Equal Opportunity and Compliance
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer. All references to political sponsorship or recommendation must be omitted from applications. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.
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Department of Fleet & Facility Management
Bureau of Facility Operation
Number of Positions: 1 (Additional Vacancies Possible Pending Budget Approval)
Starting Annual Salary: $57.75
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City’s collective bargaining agreement with IBEW LOCAL 134 (BARGAINING Unit 32). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.
Bid Instructions
Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”
Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)
Select your correct bargaining unit
Failure to follow these instructions will result in a rejected bid application.
Location, Schedule and Requirements
Location: City Wide
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 7:00AM – 3:30PM
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Essential Duties
Under supervision, installs, programs, operates and repairs building automation systems (BAS) used to control and maintain integrated building management systems (e.g., heating, ventilation and air conditioning, security access and video equipment, lighting, fire safety) in city offices and municipal facilities
Observes monitoring screens to ensure the proper functioning of security access control systems
Reads manufacturer specifications, mechanical and control drawings and technical manuals to determine appropriate installation and repair methods
Tests and programs networks using various communication protocols (e.g., LON, Modbus, BACnet)
Performs on-site inspections of digital controls to ensure proper operation and sequencing of systems in new and renovated facilities
Tests and troubleshoots related equipment and devices (e.g., network controllers, routers, gateways, remote input/output modules) and adjusts or replaces defective circuitry or electronic components
Performs preventive maintenance functions to ensure proper systems operations and reduce equipment downtime
Reviews and analyzes building operation and energy reports and modifies program applications to optimize system performance
Participates in meetings with project managers, contractors and skilled trades to review installation specifications for new BAS
Records data on inspection results and testing techniques and generates related reports
Recommends the purchase of parts and equipment used in repairing and maintaining digital controls
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered Electrical Mechanic apprenticeship training program and journeyman status; OR If not fulfilled, options: successful completion of an industry or company sponsored apprenticeship training program as an Electrical Mechanic, PLUS two (2) years of journey level work experience as an electrical mechanic
Seven (7) years of journey level work experience as an electrical mechanic
Licensure, Certification, Or Other Qualifications
A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required
Education & Employment Verification
If selected, you must provide adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position. If you received your degree internationally, all transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If verification cannot be made, any offer may be withdrawn.
NOTE: The list of essential duties is not inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class. You must provide your valid U.S. driver's license at time of application. To be considered, provide information about your educational background and work experience, including job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. You may attach a resume, paste a resume, or complete the online resume fields.
Selection Requirements
This is a non-interview Tested title. Applicants must complete a written test/skills assessment. Test results are analyzed and compiled by the Department of Human Resources. Bidders who pass the test will be hired in seniority order according to the collective bargaining agreement. Applicants who pass the test will be hired in lottery/random order.
Preferences
Previous experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Experience with the following communication protocols: LON, Modbus, BACnet
Additional Information
For information on employees benefits: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html
For information on salary and title structure: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf
Equal Opportunity and Compliance
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer. All references to political sponsorship or recommendation must be omitted from applications. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.
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