Access Control Technician & Locksmith Specialist

University of California, Riverside; California; On-site; USD 94,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is actively seeking two Access Control Mechanics to support the Facilities Services team on a 4/10 schedule (4 days per week, 5:30am–4:00pm). The role covers journey-level access control and locksmith tasks across the campus, including installation, programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance of access systems and surveillance equipment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a certified apprenticeship, and 4 years of

Qualifications

• 4 years of journey-level experience in access control or locksmithing or completion of a certified apprenticeship.
• Experience repairing and troubleshooting electrical circuits up to 120 volts.
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings and building specifications.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work with a diverse campus population.
• Experience installing and maintaining surveillance equipment (IP/analog cameras, DVRs).

Responsibilities

• Install, program, troubleshoot, repair, maintain and monitor access systems and stand-alone networks.
• Coordinate with campus customers to understand needs and fulfill work orders.
• Respond to emergencies after hours, on weekends and holidays.
• Assist in preparing campus buildings for occupancy and coordinate with other trades.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified apprenticeship program

Tools

Locksmithing tools

Shop equipment

IP/analog surveillance hardware

Job description

Position Information

Facilities Services is recruiting for multiple Access Control Mechanic positions. The full salary range for the Access Control Mechanic position is $45.07 - $50.75 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Reporting to the Access Control & Fire Life and Safety Supervisor in the Facilities Services Maintenance Department, the Access Control Mechanic performs journey-level access control and locksmith services throughout the University of California, Riverside campus community. The Access Control Mechanic is responsible for installing, programming, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, inspecting, and monitoring various access systems and stand-alone networks. Provides security and access control support, including procedures for buildings, safes, and operational closures. Additionally, the Access Control Mechanic coordinates and communicates with campus customers to understand their needs and fulfill work order requests. Access control services may be performed indoors and outdoors throughout the campus. This position works closely and coordinates with other skilled trades in preparing the campus' new builds for launch and occupancy. The Access Control Mechanic is relied upon to respond to emergencies after hours, on weekends, and holidays. This job posting is for 2 openings on a 4/10 work schedule (4 days per week, 5:30am to 4:00pm, with a one half hour lunch). Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Position Information

Facilities Services is recruiting for multiple Access Control Mechanic positions. The full salary range for the Access Control Mechanic position is $45.07 - $50.75 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Reporting to the Access Control & Fire Life and Safety Supervisor in the Facilities Services Maintenance Department, the Access Control Mechanic performs journey-level access control and locksmith services throughout the University of California, Riverside campus community. The Access Control Mechanic is responsible for installing, programming, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, inspecting, and monitoring various access systems and stand-alone networks. Provides security and access control support, including procedures for buildings, safes, and operational closures. Additionally, the Access Control Mechanic coordinates and communicates with campus customers to understand their needs and fulfill work order requests. Access control services may be performed indoors and outdoors throughout the campus. This position works closely and coordinates with other skilled trades in preparing the campus' new builds for launch and occupancy. The Access Control Mechanic is relied upon to respond to emergencies after hours, on weekends, and holidays. This job posting is for 2 openings on a 4/10 work schedule (4 days per week, 5:30am to 4:00pm, with a one half hour lunch). Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

High school diploma or equivalent.

Requirement

Required

Degree

Completion of a certified apprenticeship program.

Requirement

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience

4 years of journey-level experience in one or more of the trades involving access control or locksmithing, and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship training; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Requirement

Required

Experience

Experience with repair and troubleshooting electrical circuits with voltages up to 120 volts.

Requirement

Experience

Experience operating shop equipment and tools common to the skilled trade.

Requirement

Experience

Experience and ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner.

Requirement

Experience

Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service.

Requirement

Experience

Experience to review and create blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements.

Requirement

Experience

Experience to install, replace, repair, troubleshoot and maintain surveillance equipment such as IP cameras, analog cameras, and DVRs.

Requirement

Minimum Requirements

• Ability and willingness to work weekends and holidays, occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed.
• Ability to install, modify, repair and replace mechanical and electronic locking systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge and ability to install, modify, repair and replace a variety of networked access systems and stand-alone access systems.
• Knowledge and ability to program, troubleshoot and operate different types of access control systems and software with ability to repair and/or correct connectivity and operational issues.
• Ability to monitor and maintain surveillance systems and DVR systems to ensure proper functionality and recording with ability to pull video footage.
• Knowledge of ADA/Auto doors and related hardware. Ability to repair and/or replace mechanical door closers. Working knowledge of code requirements relating to building access and egress control devices.
• Ability to create and maintain interchangeable cores and multi-level master key systems, and cut keys; ability to re-core locks.
• Skill in using and maintaining of electrical and mechanical tools, test equipment, key cutting equipment, materials, and locksmithing hardware (electronic and mechanical).
• Ability to effectively communicate and understand safety regulations and hazards.
• Knowledge of safe and proper procedures when hazardous materials are suspected.
• Ability to estimate time, methods and materials needed from construction documents. Ability to read and understanding documents such as complex technical procedures, work instructions, blue prints, plans, manuals, specifications, and diagrams.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to work with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and provide excellent customer service.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of safes with dial and electronic locks.
• Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems.
• Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Design Cad 2, etc.).
• Ability to prioritize work orders, routing work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner.
  
  

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
  
  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

Department Custom Scope

Reporting to the Fire, Life, & Safety Supervisor in the Facilities Services Maintenance Department, the Access Control Mechanic performs journey-level access control and locksmith services throughout the University of California, Riverside campus community. The Access Control Mechanic is responsible for installing, programming, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, inspecting, and monitoring various access systems and stand-alone networks. Provides security and access control support, including procedures for buildings, safes, and operational closures. Additionally, the Access Control Mechanic coordinates and communicates with campus customers to understand their needs and fulfill work order requests. Access control services may be performed indoors and outdoors throughout the campus. This position works closely and coordinates with other skilled trades in preparing the campus' new builds for launch and occupancy. The Access Control Mechanic is relied upon to respond to emergencies after hours, on weekends, and holidays.