Alarm System Technician - Level II

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

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Openings as of 8/20/2026

Alarm System Technician - Level II JobID: 4345

• Position Type: Auxiliary - Technical/Info Services/ Instructional Technology/Information Systems

Information Technology Compensation Plan
Pay Grade:2 ($24.25-$34.89)
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To:Manager - District Security Systems

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS:As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• Responsible for the maintenance of the district's security systems. Make certain systems operate properly by maintaining current systems, managing updates, making repairs, and performing preventative maintenance and inspections on door access control, and burglar alarm systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma
• Convergence Technologies Professional (CTP), preferred
• College Certificate or Associate Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar degree programs preferred
• Valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of standard methods and procedures of emergency and disaster operations
• Knowledge of network cabling and network protocols.
• Highly organized, detailed oriented and able to work within a high pressure environment.
• Possess effective communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to proficiently use Microsoft Office software/ Google suite

Experience:

• Have direct experience with the installation and servicing of security systems.
• Have experience with installation of IP based security systems.
• Have experience installing, programming, maintaining door access control and burglar alarm systems.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Maintain door access and burglar alarm systems within the district.
• Perform all programming changes (moves, adds & deletes) on security systems.
• Work with department manager and department director to evaluate and select service providers. Assist with evaluating and selecting service types that best meet the District's needs.
• Perform all steps required to maintain up to date knowledge and proficiency on the District's systems. Includes research, self-study, webinars, classes and other training
• Service equipment according to established preventive maintenance schedule
• Complete bi-annual maintenance inspections on District systems as required by the TEA
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions
• Ability to work in high-pressure environment while maintaining high degree of professionalism
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed
• Able to solve complex problems with tight deadlines
• Communicating well in both oral and written form, complying with time lines
• Occasional prolonged and/or irregular hours
• Able to lift (60) pounds
• Work on-call and after hours
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion.
• Prolonged sitting and walking; twisting, reaching,pushing/pulling; overhead reaching

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Postings current as of 8/20/2026 9:13:47 PM CST.

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