Job Description

Minimum Qualifications
Acceptable Experience and Education
Associate degree or technical trade school in electronics or related field, or its equivalent, plus at least two (2) years of experience in electronics or related field; and six (6) months experience with jail standards
Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certificates and Licenses Required
Journeyman license; and
Must have or obtain by date of hire Texas class "C" driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso
Typical Duties
Essential Duties
Assists with the operations of the Sheriff's Maintenance section and monitors and directs the electronics specialist;
Troubleshoots and repairs electronic, electrical, fire alarm, fire protection, and HVAC equipment;
Inventories tools and keys;
Provides technical instructions, assignments and assistance to the Electronics Technician;
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, or related equipment, following
Blueprints, schematics and other written instructions to physically assemble electronic components;
Makes modifications to components to comply with new standards as established by regulation;
Inspects and documents contractor work;
Maintains and repairs various types of electronic equipment;
Installs, repairs, and programs alarm systems and associated equipment;
Establishes and maintains a filing system for all electronic equipment related blueprints, schematics, factory manuals and other pertinent documentation;
Climbs, installs and maintains pole mounted electronic equipment;
Conducts inspections and corrects problems found;
Collects and prepares data for budget and upgraded projects;
Establishes and maintains logs as required by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards;
Maintains list of materials needed for repairs;
Trains employees;
Substitutes, if assigned, during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations;
Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and
Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.
Other Important Duties*
The position requires day/swing/night shift work, work on holidays and weekend, and frequent on call duties;
Performs delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity or normal operation in the work area;
Performs such other related duties as may be assigned;
Maintains a safe and healthy work place environment; and
As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.
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Job Summary
Summary of Position
The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic, Senior/Electronics, works under the general direction. The foreman assists with the operations of the Sheriff's Maintenance section and monitors and directs the electronics specialist. The specialist performs a variety of technical tasks related to installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing county owned electronic equipment, including electronic communication and surveillance, fire and fire protection, life safety, phone and alarm system equipment.
Additional Information
Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: Supervisory techniques; electronics, electrical and mechanical principles; Federal, State and Local rules and regulations; OSHA regulations; modern office practices and procedures. Skill/Ability to: understand and follow instructions from supervisor; operate various test and metering equipment, machinery, hand and power tools in a safe manner; troubleshoot and repair electronic, electrical and HVAC equipment; read blue line drawings; read and interpret instructions, wiring diagrams and schematics, technical information, and parts catalogs; operate personal computer and various software
applications; perform mathematical calculations and proofread material; understand and carry out oral and written instructions precisely; maintain confidentiality of information; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; speak effectively in English; Pass a Criminal Background Investigation;
Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:
Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
Maintain strict confidentiality;
Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence
El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package (some benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following:
HOLIDAYS
16 holidays per year as recognized.
VACATION
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.
10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)
15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)
20 days (15 years of service or over)
SICK LEAVE
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.
MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES
Military Leave - 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service
Bereavement Leave - 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.
MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS
Plan Costs - Biweekly Rates
Effective January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026
Medical
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
No Discounts
EE Only $5.34
EE & Spouse $145.30
EE & Children $101.93
EE & Family $200.09
6% Wellness Discount
EE Only - $5.02
EE & Spouse - $136.58
EE & Children - $95.81
EE & Family - $188.09
Core Plan
No Discounts
EE Only - $35.70
EE & Spouse - $226.41
EE & Children - $174.96
EE & Family - $322.25
6% Wellness Discount
EE Only - $33.56
EE & Spouse - $212.83
EE & Children - $164.46
EE & Family - $302.92
RETIREMENT
Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.
LIFE INSURANCE
Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY
The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.
RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.
SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM
The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT
Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP)
Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.
EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER
The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.

Skills Required