Electronic Systems Technician

Electronic Systems Technician

Salary

$53,008.00 Annually

Location

Kutztown, PA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

E2026-0135

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Cinema, Television, and Media Production

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

Classification

S1756-75

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Job Summary

The Electronic Systems Technician facilitates the multifaceted technical equipment used in the CTM Department and Center for Mallet Percussion Center in support of students, faculty, and programming/performances at the college and university. The Electronic Systems Technician is responsible for the smooth operation, maintenance & diagnosis or repair of all equipment with the department, labs, and studios and includes a high level of interaction with students, faculty, and staff. The technician will support the day-to-day work of the department such as collaborating with faculty and providing students with equipment to complete coursework. The technician will support KUTV and CTMP Live Productions, including setup/teardown of equipment and cabling as well as providing support for the duration of productions. The technician will manage the check-out system and student workers. Strong communication orally and in writing, interpersonal and technical skills are required. The individual works independently, while also establishing and maintaining working relationships with academic partners, company representatives and associates. The position is M-F 8-4:30 with some evenings and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and operation of electronic equipment and systems; and graduation from high school or vocational school, with successful completion of an approved electronic course of study,
• Or graduation from a two-year college with major course work in electronics. Additional formal training in electronics may be substituted year-for-year for experience up to a maximum of one year.
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a production trailer, TV Studio, Editing Suites, Audio recording booths and other video and production equipment
• Experience in broadcasting small and large events which includes driving and parking a Trailer
• Experience maintaining video and production equipment including managing inventory needs
• Experience repairing damaged equipment

Supplemental Information

Applications & resumes will be accepted until the position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than the end of day on November 8, 2026.

The starting salary for this position is $53,008.00, based on the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.

This position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work arrangement, permitting a combination of on-site and remote work, subject to applicable organizational policies, operational requirements, and supervisory approval.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.

A successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA State Criminal, PA Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Fingerprinting Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at socialequity@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University's Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 01, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University's Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.

Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report

The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is ?available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.

To be eligible for medical and supplemental coverage under this plan, you must be a permanent full-time employee or a permanent part-time employee who works at least 50% of full-time hours.

The link for benefits for AFSCME is: https://passhe.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefit-summaries/pebtf-summary.pdf

• PEBTF Medical/Prescription Drug PPO health plan offered to employees, which includes prescription drug and hearing coverage.
• Get Healthy Wellness Program Voluntary program designed to provide employees with tools and resources to assist in improving and maintaining good health. Participants are rewarded with reduced health care premiums.
• Dental and Vision Coverage Offered at no additional cost to employees.
• State Employee Assistance Program (SEAP) A confidential program which provides a wide range of no-cost services to address a broad range of problems, including counseling, legal, and financial services.
• Group Life Insurance Employer paid term life provided for permanent employees based on onetime salary up to a maximum of $50,000.
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) Income protection equal to 60% of gross annual base salary to a maximum of $5,000 monthly benefit with an option for a 90-day or 180-day benefit elimination period.
• Voluntary Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance (VGLIP/AD&D) Additional life insurance coverage and personal accident insurance to help protect against losses due to accidents or death. Maximum employee coverage is five times the annual salary up to $500,000.
• Group Retirement Plans Employees can choose one of the mandatory retirement plan options - a 401(a), with a 5% employee contribution and a 9.29% employer contribution or the State Employees' Retirement Plan (SERS) pension/investment plan with various enrollment options.
• Voluntary Retirement Plans All employees are eligible to participate in our 403(b) Tax Sheltered Annuity and/ or 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts Income withheld before taxes for eventual reimbursement of certain medical and dependent care expenses.
• Tuition Waiver benefits vary by employee group.

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How many years of experience do you have in the installation, maintenance, and operation of electronic equipment and systems?

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Please indicate in the space below any qualifications or skills which you possess that are pertinent to this position.

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