Senior Electronics Technician

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston inspects, maintains, and repairs fire alarm and security systems and related electronic equipment across campuses. You will support disaster prep, building safety, and contractor oversight as needed.

The role involves reading blueprints, estimating repair costs, and guiding junior technicians while ensuring safety compliance and timely service delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Four years of relevant experience preferred or required.
• Candidates should be capable of reading diagrams and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains the security system components (card readers, cameras, door hardware).
• Repairs and services Research lab equipment across Baylor campuses.
• Maintains fire alarm systems for Baylor campuses.
• Interprets engineering change orders, blueprints, diagrams, sketches, or photos related to duties.
• Estimates repair cost, time, and schedule to the client.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and orders replacements.
• May install and maintain electronic security systems.
• May provide guidance to less experienced staff.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Communication

Diagrams

Team guidance

Systems knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Summary

Designs, installs, repairs, troubleshoots, and maintains fire alarm systems, elevator systems, and other electronic equipment and devices.

Summary

Designs, installs, repairs, troubleshoots, and maintains fire alarm systems, elevator systems, and other electronic equipment and devices.

Providing support to the institution in situations that may arise, including disaster preparation and response, building flooding and contractor supervision.

Job Duties

• Repairs and maintains the security system which includes but is not limited to the card readers, cameras, magnetic door holders, automatic security doors, door strikes, and mortise locks.
• Repairs and services Research lab equipment for all Baylor campuses.
• Maintains fire alarm systems for all Baylor campuses.
• Interprets engineering change orders, blueprints, diagrams, sketches, photographs, or other process documentation as they relate to assigned duties.
• Estimates job cost and communicates repair cost, time, and schedule to client.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and orders replacements.
• May install and maintain electronic security systems.
• May provide guidance and technical work direction to less experienced electronic system employees.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Four years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Physical dexterity/ ability to lift heavy objects and use a ladder.
• Good troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Influences others outside the team or job area regarding practices and procedures.
• Communication information on matter of importance.
• Requires advanced knowledge of operational,function and business systems and practices.

Department-specific Requirements

• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and meet Baylor College of Medicine's driving eligibility requirements, including a clean driving record and a minimum of three years of U.S. driving history.

Work Authorization Requirement

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.