Campus Access & Security Systems Technician

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University-New Brunswick is seeking a Security Systems Technician to install and repair the campus-wide card access security system. Duties include wiring, readers, detectors, and related control components, with reporting and inventory responsibilities and the ability to lift up to 40-50 pounds.

The role requires a combination of technical training and hands-on experience, with shift Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm and a strong emphasis on safety and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school/vocational education or equivalent with four years of related maintenance experience.
• Training program or certified apprenticeship in Security/Access Systems with two years of related work.
• Proven competency in complex repair and maintenance of electronic security systems.

Responsibilities

• Program points and troubleshoot alarms using the security software.
• Identify faulty equipment and escalate to supervisor as needed.
• Generate regular security status reports for management.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Advise management on stock reorders.
• Estimate work time and prepare material lists for jobs.
• Provide guidance to craft trainees.

Skills

Windows-based software

Network troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

English communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school/vocational education or equivalent

Approved training or apprenticeship in Security/Access Systems

Tools

Security system software

Electronic equipment wiring

Job description

Rutgers University-New Brunswick is seeking a Security Systems Technician to install and repair the campus-wide card access security system. Duties include wiring, readers, detectors, and related control components, with reporting and inventory responsibilities and the ability to lift up to 40-50 pounds.

The role requires a combination of technical training and hands-on experience, with shift Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm and a strong emphasis on safety and team collaboration.