Facilities Systems Technician

Job Title: Facilities Systems Technician

Requisition Number: RE54740

Department Name: 3CU00:
Utilities & Energy Management

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 41

Salary Range: $/hour

Type Of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required

Education:

AA

Required Related

Experience:

3 years

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Physical Requirements: Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs;
Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods;
Repetitive motion;
Eye strain due to monitoring of multiple computer screens;
High stress, quick response environment.

Shift: 7:00am – 3:00pm (Sunday – Saturday)

Other shift options: 3:00pm – 11:00pm; 11:00pm – 7:00am; 12:00am – 12:00pm; 12:00pm – 12:00am

Staff is subject to Call-Ins and On-Call Scheduling. The Delta Center operates 24/7. Work shifts/schedules may vary dependent upon staffing needs requiring evening(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.

• Monitor and respond to computer systems.
• Critical safety and security systems, including:
  • Fire exit door alarm systems
  • Incoming fire alarms
  • Elevator alarms
  • Multi-frequency two-way radio system
  • General telephone lines, etc.
• Operate equipment to receive, process, and disseminate incoming alarms and general information calls.
• Receive and evaluate incoming requests for public safety assistance and route requests or disseminate information to appropriate field unit(s) as required.
• Use discretion in determining severity of situation and appropriate response.
• Utilize problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills, resulting in effective resolution.
• Report all hazardous situations, accidents, incidents, and injuries immediately to leadership.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of customers in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• Prepare and maintain daily activity and emergency event logs.
• Adhere to and enforce all departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Understand and comply with procedures pertaining to emergencies.
• Work cooperatively with superiors and other employees.
• Remain alert and maintain real‑time situational awareness.
• Demonstrate professional integrity and accountability in all transactions.
• Perform daily tests on systems and alarms to ensure proper function and backup capability is working properly.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Participate in the set‑up of new facilities and equipment.
• Complete end‑of‑shift reports and prepare for upcoming shift.
• Complete all required work documentation accurately and submit on time.

Ms Windows/Office; SAP; KRONOS

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment;
Effectively communicate with all levels of customers in a clear, concise, and professional manner;
Understand and comply with procedures pertaining to emergencies;
Demonstrate problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution;
Self‑motivated;
Carry out tasks independently.

No

• Associate’s Degree + 3 Years
• Technical/Skills Training + 4 Years
• High School + 5 Years

06/22/2026

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