Electronics Technician

Job Description

Position Title
Electronics Technician

Los Medanos College is seeking an Electronics Technician to support the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of campus-wide electronic systems, with an emphasis on classroom audio/visual (A/V) technology. Reporting to the Technology Systems Manager, this position provides responsive on-site and bench-level technical support to keep instructional spaces and related systems operating reliably. The ideal candidate will bring strong customer service, sound troubleshooting practices, and clear documentation habits while working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students in a diverse community college environment.

This position plays a critical role in supporting the educational infrastructure that supports student success, faculty innovation, and institutional effectiveness. Join us in shaping the future of education.

This position supports working in both Pittsburg and Brentwood campus locations.

NOTE:New employees will be placed at the first step which is $63,828.00 per year, second step $67,056.00 per year or third step at $70,440.00per year (depending upon experience). Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on annual basis, until the maximum step of $77,748.00 per year is reached on the salary schedule.

Yearly Salary: $63,828.00 (Step 1) – $77,748.00 (Step 5)

Recruitment Type:

Open (Internal and External applicants)

Location

Los Medanos College

Posting Number

0002269

# of Openings

1

Range

57

Salary

YEARLY: $63,828, step 1 - $77,748, step 5 (see special instructions for step placement)

Position Status

Permanent

Position

Full-Time

# of Hours Scheduled Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm. Will include additional evening and weekends hours to support college and student events. This position supports working in both Pittsburg and Brentwood campus locations.

# of Months

12

EEO Job Category

Technical/Paraprofessional

Employee Group

Classified

Department

L1085-Information Technology Services

Position Definition

To plan, install, operate, repair and maintain electronic equipment and systems on a campus-wide basis.

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions

• Diagnoses and repairs inoperative audio/visual equipment (A/V), devices and other electronic systems.
• Evaluates all A/V equipment for cost effectiveness of repair verses replacement and subsequent inventory removals.
• Installs and maintains A/V equipment and systems.
• Establishes repair parts inventory levels and initiates timely order requests.
• Performs bench repairs and on-site maintenance and troubleshooting of amplifiers, power supplies, A/V equipment, as well as all electronic and mechanical projection equipment, to include associated wiring.
• Maintains repair records and schedules pickup and delivery of equipment to and from the colleges.
• Assists in the design and specification of A/V equipment and systems; verifies the work performed under purchase order contracts.
• Assists in estimating and planning A/V systems projects.
• Oversees and ensures the proper completion of work when performed and assisted by assigned personnel.
• Accurately and promptly documents labor hours and materials expended on assigned tasks.
• Identifies and reports to supervisor repair needs and safety discrepancies when observed at facilities.
• Evaluates and schedules to optimize resources of all work orders regarding A/V equipment and systems.
• Maintains accountability and inventory for assigned tools and equipment.
• Acts as video cameraman, editor and technical director on videotape productions as assigned.
• Specifies and purchases, within assigned budget, new, used, upgraded equipment, studio supplies, A/V checkout supplies and equipment, installation and room repair supplies and hardware.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Two (2) years of work experience in enterprise control systems with Mac or PC operating systems, analog and digital media connectivity and A/V equipment, including experience in non-linear video editing software.

EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college or technical institute, with a major in computer science or a related field, or the equivalent.

Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of

Knowledge of:
Principles, theories, methods, materials and equipment used in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of A/V, multimedia, and production facilities.
Federal rules and regulations affecting television and video systems operations and standards.
A/V equipment commonly used for presentation support, including consumer and professional electronics. Equipment includes but is not limited to: Computers, TVs, DVD & Blue Ray Disc Players, VCRs, CD/Cassette Players/Recorders, digital audio recorders, mixing consoles, slide projectors, data projectors, PA Systems, video cameras and cabling.

Minimum Qualification-Ability To

Skill/Ability to:
Design, install and troubleshoot video and electronic systems using proper test equipment.
Design and implement multimedia-rich environments and develop technology support documentation.
Troubleshoot computer networks.
Safely operate and work from ladders, scaffolding, platforms and personnel lifts.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated advanced experience supporting integrated classroom A/V systems, including diagnosing issues across signal flow, control, audio, video, and endpoints in time-sensitive instructional settings.
• Manufacturer control system training/certification preferred, such as Crestron Electronics and/or Extron Electronics certifications, including integrated classroom system setup and troubleshooting.
• Experience with digital audio systems and audio-over-network concepts, including routing, clocking/sync, and resolving audio quality issues in multi-room environments.
• Hands-on experience supporting wireless microphone systems in high-density environments (coordination, interference mitigation, and performance verification).
• Advanced bench repair skills, including component-level troubleshooting, use of service documentation, and high-quality rework/soldering to restore equipment reliability.
• Strong service documentation habits, including creating clear work notes, job aids, and knowledge articles that reduce repeat incidents and support consistent service delivery.
• Experience providing user training and change support, including delivering short technology orientations, creating quick-reference guides, and communicating technical information in plain language to diverse users.

Job Dates

Job Open Date: 03/17/2026
Job Close Date: 04/17/2026
Open Until Filled: No

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