Alarm System Technician II - On‑Call, Flexible Hours

Mesquite-Isd; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD is seeking an Alarm System Technician - Level II to maintain the district's security systems, including door access control and burglar alarms. The role involves installing, programming, and servicing IP-based security systems across facilities and centers, reporting to the Manager - District Security Systems.

The position requires a High School Diploma, Texas driver’s license, and preferred IT-related certifications; strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; CT P preferred; College Certificate or Associate Degree in IT/Information Technology or similar preferred.
• Knowledge of emergency and disaster operations; network cabling and protocols; highly organized with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite; strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain door access and burglar alarm systems district-wide.
• Perform programming changes (moves, adds and deletes) on security systems.
• Coordinate with the department manager and districts’ service providers.
• Stay current with system knowledge through research, webinars, and trainings.
• Complete preventive maintenance per schedule and bi-annual TEA inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency operations knowledge

Network cabling

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Public relations

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

CTP certification preferred

Associate degree in IT/CS preferred

Valid Texas driver’s license

Tools

IP-based security systems

Job description

Mesquite ISD is seeking an Alarm System Technician - Level II to maintain the district's security systems, including door access control and burglar alarms. The role involves installing, programming, and servicing IP-based security systems across facilities and centers, reporting to the Manager - District Security Systems.

The position requires a High School Diploma, Texas driver’s license, and preferred IT-related certifications; strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills