Electronic Technician I

• Repairs electro-mechanical door locks for jail cells
• Repairs cell control modules, control panels and electronic wiring
• Maintains and repairs pneumatically controlled jail cell doors
• Repairs and/or replaces electronic surveillance equipment such as television cameras, coaxial cable and monitors
• Installs and/or relocates computer workstations, terminals, monitors and printers
• Troubleshoots and repairs computer hardware such as mainframe terminals, peripherals and computer workstations
• Assists in diagnosing and troubleshooting the operation and maintenance of Audio/Visual equipment and broadcast equipment
• May perform other maintenance duties as assigned
• Maintains and repairs emergency uninterruptible power supply
• Maintains and repairs various types of audio equipment such as microphones, speakers and amplifiers
• Performs other duties as required

• Graduation from an accredited technical or vocational school in field of electronics, and two (2) years' experience in the repair and maintenance of electronic security systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of the principles of basic electronics; knowledge of pneumatics and electro-mechanical systems; knowledge of AC and DC circuitry; knowledge of safety standards and practices; knowledge of electronic surveillance equipment
• Skill in the operation of various hand tools and electronic testing equipment; skill in repairing and replacing electro-mechanical locking systems; skill in the repair of electronic surveillance equipment
• Ability to utilize amp meters, circuit analysis devices and other computer diagnostic equipment; ability to read and understand schematics and other technical diagrams; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, appointed and elected officials, and outside organizations
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver's license
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must secure and maintain a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• Must be able and willing to attend training at department's discretion
• May be assigned to any or various county facilities
• Required to be on-call 24-hours a day
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek.
• When required, shall work extra hours, holidays, weekends and other shifts
• Required to work rotating shift

• Working conditions are primarily indoors with occasional outdoor exposure
• Required to work in jail environment
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as damp/wet surfaces, extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, occasionally moves objects weighing up to 100 pounds
• Will frequently communicate with co-workers; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Frequently moves about buildings
• Constantly positions self to perform essential functions
• Constantly operates tools and equipment

Salary : $3,465