Building Access Technician II

Texas A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in Prairie View is seeking a Building Access Technician II to rekey, install, and maintain locks and the University card access system. You will keep records in the shop database and manage inventory and supplies.

The role requires a high school diploma and four years of related experience, plus the ability to supervise others and coordinate rekeying for departments. Some evenings, weekends and on-call may be required. Background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four years of related experience required.
• Knowledge of hand tools, key cutters and mortise jigs.
• Knowledge of master keying systems, commercial door hardware, and online card access systems.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the computer management of the campus keying system.
• Provides direction and assists and trains other departmental personnel.
• Installs and maintains the University card access system.
• Oversees bench stock inventory and parts ordering.
• Provides estimation and planning services to departments with regards to their rekeying needs.
• Cuts keys and repairs, rekeys, and installs locks.
• Maintains shop equipment; changes safe combinations and repairs safes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

hand tools, key cutters, mortise jigs

master keying systems, door hardware,

multitask & cooperate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Building Access Technician IIApplylocations: Prairie View, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-089363**Job Title**Building Access Technician II**Agency**Prairie View A&M University**Department**University Police**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Prairie View, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------**Important Immigration information:***A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.* *In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate*-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Building Access Technician II, under general supervision, rekeys, installs, and maintains locks. Installs and maintains the University card access system. Maintains records in shop database. Maintains shop inventory and places orders for materials and supplies.***The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.*****Responsibilities:*** Oversees the computer management of the campus keying system.* Provides direction and assists and trains other departmental personnel.* Installs and maintains the University card access system.* Oversees bench stock inventory and parts ordering.* Provides estimation and planning services to departments with regards to their rekeying needs.* Cuts keys and repairs, rekeys, and installs locks.* Maintains shop equipment* Changes safe combinations and repairs safes.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Required Education and Experience:*** High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Four years of related experience.**Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*** Knowledge of hand tools, key cutters, and boring and mortise jigs.* Knowledge of master keying systems, commercial grade door hardware, and online card access systems.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.**Other Requirements:*** Position may require some evenings, weekends and on-call schedule.**Job Posting Close Date:*** 08/30/2026**Required Attachments:** Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.* Resume or Curriculum Vitae* Cover Letter**Application Submission Guidelines:**All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [e-mail] should you need assistance with the online application process.**Background Check Requirements:**All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.