Senior Electronic Technician
- Requisition #: 178815
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 2/6/2026
The primary purpose of the Senior Electronic Technician position is to install, repair, program and maintain the card access, closed-circuit television, and other electronic security systems.
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The ideal candidate has basic experience working with electronic security systems like access control, CCTV, and alarms. They can perform routine maintenance, fix issues, install equipment, and complete work orders.
What We Offer?
* Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
* Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
* Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
* Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
KEY FUNCTIONS:
* Performs routine and preventative maintenance on systems including electronic access systems, central clocks, power supplies and alarm systems.
* Responds to inadvertent alarms and urgent situations.
* Inspects test equipment for safe and proper operations.
* Develops modifications for improvement of existing equipment.
* Designs, plans, assigns and inspects work of specialized electrical and mechanical apparatus.
* Completes work orders related to the maintenance of electronic security systems.
* Installs access control, CCTV, and other security-related devices.
* Provides training and guidance to electronic technicians.
* Assists in overall system preventive maintenance and documentation.
* Assists UTPD project managers with on-going security related projects.
Other duties to include, but not limited to, emergency recall and/or may be required to remain on-site or work extended hours during man-made or natural disasters and unusual occurrences on campus. Local or long-distance travel may be required for training or other business purposes occasionally.
EDUCATION:
Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Preferred: College course work in electronics or equivalent vocational school training.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Three years journey level experience in the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of modern electronic equipment.
Preferred: Experience with electronic security systems including access control, CCTV, and alarms with the ability to perform maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and install equipment.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
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The ideal candidate has basic experience working with electronic security systems like access control, CCTV, and alarms. They can perform routine maintenance, fix issues, install equipment, and complete work orders.
What We Offer?
* Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
* Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
* Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
* Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
KEY FUNCTIONS:
* Performs routine and preventative maintenance on systems including electronic access systems, central clocks, power supplies and alarm systems.
* Responds to inadvertent alarms and urgent situations.
* Inspects test equipment for safe and proper operations.
* Develops modifications for improvement of existing equipment.
* Designs, plans, assigns and inspects work of specialized electrical and mechanical apparatus.
* Completes work orders related to the maintenance of electronic security systems.
* Installs access control, CCTV, and other security-related devices.
* Provides training and guidance to electronic technicians.
* Assists in overall system preventive maintenance and documentation.
* Assists UTPD project managers with on-going security related projects.
Other duties to include, but not limited to, emergency recall and/or may be required to remain on-site or work extended hours during man-made or natural disasters and unusual occurrences on campus. Local or long-distance travel may be required for training or other business purposes occasionally.
EDUCATION:
Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Preferred: College course work in electronics or equivalent vocational school training.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Three years journey level experience in the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of modern electronic equipment.
Preferred: Experience with electronic security systems including access control, CCTV, and alarms with the ability to perform maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and install equipment.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 178815
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Varied
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 49,500
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 62,000
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 74,500
- FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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