Facilities/Security Electronics/Fire Alarm Technician II

Facilities/Security Electronics/Fire Alarm Technician II

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Facilities/Security Electronics/Fire Alarm Technician II

Salary

$30.10 - $36.12 Hourly

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

IHA 03691 3/5/2026

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

AS - Facilities Management

Opening Date

03/05/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

4112 South Knox Court Denver CO 80236

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

michele.burkhardt@state.co.us

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy, if applicable to the position.

Division of Facilities Management - Northern Division

The Division of Facilities Management is a customer-driven support organization responsible for providing facilities management services to all CDHS agencies and offices. These services include the maintenance of building and grounds, custodial, capital construction (budgeting and contract management), utilities management, vehicle fleet management, building space leasing allocation, and facilities planning services. This is accomplished through a centralized statewide team that is divided into three districts and a central office. By combining our expert professional extensive facilities knowledge and strong commitment to reliable, responsive service, we enable our clients to achieve consistently high performance facilities, and long-term value. Our goal is to be an organization that meets customer expectations 100% of the time. The facilities managed by the Division of Facilities Management (DFM) include 1,400 acres of land and 349 buildings comprising 3.8 million square feet.

Facilities served: Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL), Department of Human Services (DHS) (1575 Sherman St.), Wheat Ridge Regional Center (WRRC to include the group homes) and Division of Youth Services (DYS) facilities (Prairie Vista, Gilliam, Lookout Mountain Campus, Marvin W. Foote, Mount View Campus and Platte Valley.) Provides as needed support to the Veterans Community Living Centers located in the district. Total facilities are approximately 1.9 million sq. ft. at multiple sites within the Northern Region.

Description of Job

You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times.

Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.

This position will design and implement new systems to update antiquated electronic systems. Upgrade and repair highly complex emergency alarms, electronic door locks, fire alarm systems, programmable control systems, building automation systems, emergency power generation systems, building communication systems, variable speed motor controls, radio paging systems, building security control systems, closed circuit television security systems, computer systems and other computerized systems. Trains staff on uses and operation of electronic systems

Duties:

• Verity the operation of equipment in assigned areas, check and approve job requests and coordinate work assignments.
• Order and receive materials, coordinate work with others, determine, advise and/or complete repairs as needed.
• Supply up to date information to staff. Perform related fieldwork, maintenance work on a daily basis.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on programmable logic controls, closed circuit television systems, security systems, access control systems, integrated security electronic systems, building automation systems, personal computers and servers.
• Install, troubleshoot, diagnose, design, redesign, fabricate, build and repair new and existing complex and intricate electronic devices, equipment and systems.
• Read, interpret, design, draw and modify blueprints, wiring schematics and wiring diagrams to service and maintain new/existing electronic equipment, devices, systems and appliances per industry standards.
• Design systems utilizing knowledge of closed circuit television security systems, electronic locks, programmable logic controls, security alarms, access control systems, building automation systems and integrated security electronic systems.
• Must be able to apply professional standards to the design of electronic and manually operated systems with little or no supervision.
• Assembles control console, write all control software for logic controller, and install system.
• Perform instruction and training on system to security personnel.
• Install, repair, and replace various electrical items such as circuits, switches, outlets, lighting, motors, and pumps.
• This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignments from site to site equipped with tools and equipment to perform daily duties.
• Performs call backs.
• Snow removal

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must havetwo (2) years of experience installing, repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting electronic equipment such as security electronics, cameras, card access, building automation, fire alarm systems, etc..

Substitutions:

• Education that relates to this position will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• In order to utilize this substitution, you must attach a copy of your transcripts/apprenticeship to this job application. Your unofficial transcripts/certification of completion must include your name, college/school name, type of degree/certification received and date the degree/certification was received/conferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in installing, repairing, replacing, and troubleshooting a wide variety of electronic systems and equipment;
• Knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and best practices of digital and analog electronic theory, telecommunications, and computer networks;
• Knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and best practices of communication protocols such as IP/TCP/UDP/FTP;
• Knowledge and understanding of fiber optic cabling handling, termination and splicing;
• Knowledge and understanding of fiber optic transceivers and/or wireless transmitters, and repeaters;
• Knowledge and understanding of electronics and control programming;
• Knowledge and understanding of building automation systems
• Excellent project management and work scheduling skills.
• Ability to interpret and or create electronic schematics;
• Familiarity with electrical work; ability to bend and install conduit, install boxes and terminate wiring.
• Experience working with fire alarm systems. The exceptional candidate will have a NICET certification.
• Fluency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to quickly learn new software.
• The exceptional candidate will have 3+ years of experience working with Siemens Apogee building automation systems which includes installation, configuration and troubleshooting of control panels, FLN devices and Apogee Insight software on servers and workstations.

Conditions of Employment:

• A full pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, convictions of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.
• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
• Must be willing to submit and pass a full background check.
• Must currently possess and maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license.
• Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.
• Must successfully pass Motor Vehicle Checks
• Travel ? This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignments from site to site equipped with tools and equipment to perform daily duties. May be required to travel to training and meetings.
• Must be willing to receive an annual influenza vaccination or provide a document for a medical exemption or a letter for religious exemption.
• Must successfully pass a Tuberculosis (TB) test.
• This is an essential position. You must be available for call back to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or without interruption.
• Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours.
• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials ? Explain: Proximity to moving, mechanical parts, Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals., Exposure to electrical shock, and or working in high exposed places.

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:

• Disclose that information on the application.
• Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
• Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hours per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

+ Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

• Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position.

You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process.

You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process ? Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board (https://spb.colorado.gov/) website.

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
• You can find the official appeal form here (https://spb.colorado.gov/sites/spb/files/documents/Consolidated%20Appeal%20-%20Form%20-%202025.pdf) .

+ You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

• By email:dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us, or
• Postmarked in US Mail to: 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
• Hand delivered: 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
• Faxed: 303.866.5038 within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At: (303) 866-3300, or
• Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules (https://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules) webpage.

Supplemental Information

The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#assessment-process)

For additional recruiting questions, please contact: Michele.Burkhardt@state.co.us (MicheleBurkhardt@state.co.us)

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) and dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home)
• Employee Wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
• *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs) .

Our Values

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us .

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a ?Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a ?Colorado for ALL? drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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• This information is available to me and I have read this information.
• I am unable to access the links with this information on the job posting. (If you select this option, please

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Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application.

• Yes
• No

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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997?). Your application may be considered incomplete if you do not provide this information. An incomplete application may not move forward in the Selection process. If you are a former or current state employee, please identify what state agency you work(ed) with and how many years of relevant state service you have related to the position you are applying for. (Ensure this is listed on your application under work experience).

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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify your application from the current position.

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Do you currently possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Enter you CO Driver's License Number and Type.

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This is an essential position that is required to respond to after hours call backs, in person, to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency in a timely manner. Are you willing and able to do this?

• Yes
• No

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Ensure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and contains all information needed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications and furthermore demonstrates all your experience as it relates to this position. If you were to be offered a position, compensation is based on this information. Do you acknowledge this?

• I Acknowledge

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Are you willing and able to meet all the Conditions of Employment for this position as listed in this job announcement?

• Yes
• No

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Select any of the systems below in which you have experience

• Analog and IP Camera Systems
• Integrated Security Electronics Systems
• Voice-over IP Systems
• Card/Control Access Systems
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Building Automation Systems
• Fiber Optics
• Computer/Hardware Networking

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Describe any experience with analog and IP camera systems. List any certifications and training.

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Describe any experience with integrated security electronics systems.

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Describe any experience with voice over IP systems.

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Describe any experience with access control or card access systems. List specific brands you have worked on and any certifications.

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Describe any experience with fire alarm systems. List licensure and certifications.

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Describe any experience with building automation systems. List specific brands, training and certifications.

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Describe any experience with fiber optics. List training and certifications.

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Describe any experience with computer networking. Include equipment configuration experience as well as certifications.

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