Access Control Tech

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston seeks a locksmith to install, repair and modify access control readers, electric locks, and related devices. You will maintain and troubleshoot locking systems and keep comprehensive records of keys, locations and inventory.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Texas Driver's License, and at least six months of related experience; education can substitute for experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Education in lieu of experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs and modifies access control board card readers, electric locks and supportive devices.
• Maintains electronic locking systems, including electric strikes, hinges, and sub-systems.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and replaces motors and gearboxes.
• Keeps records of locking systems, card keys, locations, authorizations and inventory.
• Procures and maintains parts and materials for work activities.
• Surveys systems and recommends keying and sub-keying systems.
• May perform journeyman locksmith duties as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Locksmithing

Access control systems

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic locks

Lock hardware

Job description

Department: Central Facility Services Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

• Installs, repairs and makes modifications on a variety of access control board card readers, electric locks and other supportive devices.
• Maintains electronic locking systems, including electric strikes, electric hinges, and their sub-systems.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and replaces motors and gearboxes.
• Maintains manual and automated records of locking systems, including card keys, cores, lock locations, authorizations, and inventory. Keeps accurate records of labor costs and prepares required reports.
• Procures and maintains parts and materials for work activities.
• Surveys systems and recommends keying and sub-keying systems.
• May perform the duties of a journeyman locksmith as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

High School Diploma Or GED Required

MQ: Education: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Education verification will be conducted upon acceptance of an employment offer.

Experience: Requires a minimum of six (6) months of directly job-related experience.

Certification/Licensing: Requires a valid Texas Driver's License.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.