Security Technologies Field Technician
Security Technologies Field Technician
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Position Description
About Harris County and Universal Services:
Harris County Universal Services (Universal Services) is transforming the way the County does business and seeking a Security Technologies Field Technician to join our team.
Universal Services is the enterprise IT solutions center for the departments and offices of Harris County providing Information Technology Public Safety and Justice Technologies 311 Constituent Engagement Services Fleet Services and Records and Information Governance Services.
Harris County is the third largest and most diverse county in the nation with a population of more than 4.7 million. Harris County Commissioners Court the Countys governing body directs a budget of more than $4 billion providing essential services including flood control infrastructure healthcare housing and justice administration.
This is a great time to join Universal Services as we enhance critical services to Harris County residents and internal customers.
Position Overview:
The On-Site Technician is responsible for the troubleshooting repair and installation assistance of all components related to intrusion alarms access control and surveillance camera systems. Also assists in application administration of these systems. Responsible for routine and preventative maintenance tasks for all devices.
Job Responsibilities:
Works on site and remote in response to service tickets and phone calls.
Responsible for diagnosing and troubleshooting multiple versions of intrusion access control and surveillance camera systems.
Provide rotating on call support for after-hours and weekend issues.
Works closely with other on site and application admin team members.
Provides expert advice and recommendations for hardware system components.
Will work closely with Network Sys Admin and Facilities Maintenance teams.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please call or email.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
Education:
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a service technician role.
Experience with access control intrusion and surveillance camera systems both analog and digital.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Flexible and willing to adapt to changes and have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff other department/agencies and the public
Ability to lift at least 20 lbs. and/or move boxes and equipment as needed.
Ability to kneel crouch handle climb walk sit twist and reach is needed to perform the essential functions.
Licensure:
Valid drivers license.
Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian maintenance).
Automatic Disqualification:- Convictions probation or deferred adjudication for any Felony and any Class A Misdemeanor
- Convictions probation or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor if within the previous 10 years
- Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor)
- Family Violence conviction
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.General Information
Location:
406 Caroline St. Houston TX 77002
Work Schedule:
8 hours/day
May be required to work more than forty hours during the workweek or on weekends when special projects or deadlines need to be met.
Work Arrangement:
Onsite 5 days/week
Work Environment:
The primary work area will be varied.
Exterior devices require outside work in the Houston area climate.
Office and interior work will include reasonable climate control.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift at least 20 lbs. and/or move boxes and equipment as needed.
Subject to kneeling crouching handling climbing walking sitting twisting and reaching are needed to perform the essential functions.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
