TITLE: Facilities III - Systems Technician
DEPARTMENT: Facilities
REPORTS TO: Facilities Foreman
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

Facilities Systems Technician is responsible for the management, configuration and maintenance of various critical systems in MCHD facilities, including fire alarm systems, access control, security cameras, building environmental monitoring systems, other complex systems and general maintenance and repair across multiple facilities. This position ensures that systems operate efficiently, meet compliance and safety standards, and supports the organization’s operational needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Coordinates regular inspections, testing and documentation of fire alarm systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Responsible for identifying, maintaining, and troubleshooting security camera systems.
• Maintains access control system including user access level, system performance and troubleshooting issues.
• Monitors and responds to system alerts, perform routine inspections and perform preventative maintenance.
• Coordinates general maintenance activities and repairs across multiple facilities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Manages and maintains records of routine inspections, work orders and maintenance activities.
• Fulfills work order requests, including closing out the work order when completed if necessary.
• Maintains record of materials and labor expended on each assignment.
• Operates a wide variety of hand and power tools and test equipment.
• Works with third party vendors or subcontractors for system installations, upgrades and repairs.
• Ensures that all maintenance activities comply with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Position may require occasional after-hours or weekend work for system maintenance or emergency repairs. Participates in On call schedule as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ – Five years’ experience managing fire alarms, access control, security cameras, or building environmental monitoring systems.
• Experience with system configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Experience with building management systems (BMS)
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Moderate word processing database and spreadsheet skills required.
• Basic Email and Internet skills required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Certifications in fire alarm systems, security systems or building management systems preferred.
• Maintain current Texas Driver’s License.
• Remain insurable by the current insurance vendor of MCHD.
• Required NIMS Training as referenced in the Safety & Emergency Management Policy SEM 27-201.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demand Category:

Heavy Work: Lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and / or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

Audio-Visual & licensing Demands:

• Vision
• Color Discrimination
• Peripheral Vision
• Depth Perception
• Hearing

Required License / Certification: Valid Driver's License

Specific Actions Required: In an eight hour day, this job may include:

• Standing/Walking: 6-8 Hrs
• Sitting: 1-4 Hrs
• Driving: 4-6 Hrs

Work Environment: This job may include:

• Chemicals
• Cold
• Dampness
• Fumes/Gases
• Heat/Humidity
• Height
• Noise

Repetitive Motions: This job will include:

• Simple Grasping
• Fine Manipulation
• Pushing & Pulling
• Finger Dexterity
• Foot Movement

MANEUVERABILITY: This job will require: Frequent

• Bending
• Squatting
• Climbing
• Twisting
• Reaching