0000004394.ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN.FACILITIES

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County is seeking a Maintenance Technician to assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment and related building systems. The role requires knowledge of fire alarm, security, PA and clock systems, A/V equipment, cameras and building automation controls.

Operates under limited supervision, conducts inspections, troubleshoots malfunctions and procures materials per county policy. Will work rotating on-call shifts with possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program.
• Two (2) years of work related experience (per Facilities hiring/promotion matrix).
• One (1) year of work related experience can substitute for one (1) year of formal training or any combination of the two.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment, fire alarm/security systems and controls, public address systems, automatic clock systems, burglar alarms, A/V equipment, surveillance cameras and computerized building automation systems.
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning circuit boards or components such as diode capacitors, resistors, transistors, relays and amplifiers.
• Performs inspections for malfunctions and troubleshoots and repairs systems.
• Procures needed materials and services using County approved purchasing policy.
• Services various other equipment, such as commercial air conditioning/heating systems and freezer units: calibrates, repairs and maintains controls.
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system to manage work orders, buildings and track individual pieces of equipment.
• Routinely engage in small to medium renovation construction projects.
• Reads and analyzes schematics, circuitry diagrams and installation/ maintenance technical manuals.
• Trains and instructs other staff in preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned including participation in LEAN/Process improvement projects and ongoing development of Strategic Plan goals and attendance at meetings.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Building systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

Job description

Job Description Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment. Works under limited supervision.

Job Description Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment. Works under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment, fire alarm/security systems and controls, public address systems, automatic clock systems, burglar alarms, A/V equipment, surveillance cameras and computerized building automation systems.
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning circuit boards or components such as diode capacitors, resistors, transistors, relays and amplifiers.
• Performs inspections for malfunctions and troubleshoots and repairs systems.
• Procures needed materials and services using County approved purchasing policy.
• Services various other equipment, such as commercial air conditioning/heating systems and freezer units: calibrates, repairs and maintains controls.
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system to manage work orders, buildings and track individual pieces of equipment.
• Routinely engage in small to medium renovation construction projects.
• Reads and analyzes schematics, circuitry diagrams and installation/ maintenance technical manuals.
• Trains and instructs other staff in preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned including participation in LEAN/Process improvement projects and ongoing development of Strategic Plan goals and attendance at meetings.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:

Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Two (2) years of work related experience (per Facilities hiring/promotion matrix).

Special Note

One (1) year of work related experience can substitute for one (1) year of formal training or any combination of the two.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must possess a valid Texas Drivers License and good driving record. Will be required to provide a copy of 10-year driving history. Must maintain a good driving record and remain in compliance with Article II, Subdivision II of Chapter 90 of the Dallas County Code. Must pass a security clearance check.

• This position is required to work on a rotating on-call schedule. In case of emergencies, the employee may be required to work after normal scheduled working hours and weekends/holidays. Mandatory overtime may be required.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

Requires the ability to climb ladders and lift weights in excess of 50 lbs. assisted. Ability to withstand prolonged sitting, standing, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, stretching, lifting and climbing ladders. Must be able to work in varying conditions, surroundings and weather conditions. May be subject to changes in shift schedules and work locations.