Electronics Technician - Public Facilities

Electronics TechnicianTHIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.The Electronics Technician is responsible for assisting in the design, planning and managing of electronic access control systems. In addition, responsibilities include field troubleshooting and repair of all physical access control system components both electrical and mechanical for existing facilities, remodel and new construction projects.Examples Of DutiesPerforms access control and management responsibilities, such as overseeing equipment inventory, coordinating vendor installations, and managing warranty repairs.Collaborates with department leaders, elected officials, architects, and engineers for planning and installation discussions.Accompanies vendors during the setup, maintenance, and repair of electronic control systems and equipment.Supervises the setup of access control systems, along with other electronic control and security systems, during construction projects.Installs, tests, sets up, troubleshoots, and fixes various access control elements, fire and security devices, wiring, panic buttons, and electric/mechanical door hardware in existing buildings and systems. Organizes and maintains project-related documents and files.Creates and keeps up-to-date CAD drawings and documentation for access control systems, electronic control systems, and security electronics, following county technology guidelines.Produces reports as required.Regular and punctual attendance is required.Position consists of flexible hours requiring some weekend and before/after regular work hours determined by the Facilities Department.Performs other related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED and a minimum three years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.Position may require various computer or technical related certifications.CompTIA Network+ certification preferred.Lenel Certification in electronic security systems required in one year.Locksmith certification preferred. Some related certifications may be required within one year.Possession of a valid driver's license required. Must obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of employment.Must not have any Class B misdemeanor or higher convictions or deferred adjudications.Preferred Qualifications: Genetec certification in Electronics Security and CCTV required within 1 year.Supplemental InformationTo ensure proper delivery of emails please add View email address on click.appcast.io to your email safe list.BenefitsDenton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.*Note: These benefits are not included for Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.Denton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.Family Medical Leave: Denton County employees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave. The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition for an employee with a serious health condition. Employees who will be away from work for one of these reasons should contact Human Resources for additional information. When possible, an employee should provide at least 30 days advance notice. In the case of an emergency, notification should be made as soon as possible.