Security Systems Technician II 528074

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $23.37 - Midpoint: $29.23 (Hourly N7)

Department/Organization: 507141 - Security Technologies

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm; some early morning nights or weekend work required

Job Summary: The Security Systems Technician II performs complex skilled work in the installation maintenance repair or operation of access control systems security systems IP video systems and electronics.

Additional Department Summary: Troubleshoots and diagnoses security technology issues when they arise. Leads the repair and maintenance of security technology equipment. Rotates being on-call with other technicians.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of electrical or electronics experience; OR vocational/technical/trade school and three (3) year of experience an electrical or electronic trade environment; OR associates degree in electronics technology or electrical engineering and two (2) years of electrical or electronics experience; OR bachelors degree or higher in electronics technology or electrical engineering

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Must have valid U.S. drivers license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Must be able to work some late nights early mornings or weekends as needed. Must be able to rotate being on-call with other technicians for both mechanical locks and electronic locks.

Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of complex procedures in an electronics field. Working knowledge of test equipment such as multimeters digital analyzers battery analyzers frequency meters decibel meters and communication devices. Ability to read understand and follow plans specifications blueprints/floor plans and instructions. Ability to use independent judgment in completing assigned projects. Ability to analyze and solve complex problems. Ability to understand and operate computer software programs. Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Good planning and organizing skills. Must be detailed oriented. Must be able to work independently as well as work well as part of a team. Must be able to use industry standard hand tools at all heights; some of our services take place in lift trucks and tight spaces. Must be able to lift handle and maneuver the tools materials and supplies of the job. Must possess adaptability and flexibility. Must have a student-customer focus. Have strong ethics and personal integrity. Must demonstrate excellent troubleshooting critical thinking problem-solving and time management system analysis and evaluation skills. Ability to learn how to mentor teach or train others.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous team leader or supervisory experience. Seven (7) years of experience in the security fire or low voltage equipment industry. Some experience with access control systems IP Video systems and IT networks. Experience with Lenel access systems Avigilon video systems or other major industry manufactures. Licensure with the Alabama Electronic Security Board.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity :The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOCs Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.

Required Experience:

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