Field Service Technician

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida on the Gainesville campus seeks a Field Service Technician (Patrol) to provide non-emergency police services across campus facilities. You will patrol buildings and grounds, assist in investigations, and prepare routine incident reports.

Requirements include a high school diploma and one year of relevant experience; a valid driver’s license is required. This is a full-time position with a $20/hour wage and veteran’s preference eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-emergency police services (foot/vehicle) to promote campus security and safety.
• Conduct basic investigations, write incident reports, and assist with crime scene processing for non-violent incidents.
• Patrol University facilities and report suspicious activity or unauthorized persons; ensure doors are secured as needed.
• Assist with traffic control, escorts, and support for events and emergencies as required.
• Attend training and seminars; provide testimony in judicial proceedings when needed.
• Respond to public inquiries and direct to appropriate campus resources.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Non-emergency services

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Field Service Technician

Job No: 540661

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Law Enforcement/Security, Veteran's Preference Eligible

Department: 73010000 - UPD-ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT

Job Description

Classification Title:

Field Service Tech Patrol

Classification Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description Duties

• Provide a variety of non-emergency police services (foot/vehicle) to promote security for the university community populace and facilities, to include, but not limited to: conducting basic investigations, writing incident reports, and performing basic crime scene processing for non-violent crimes or activities involving trespassing, burglaries, thefts, criminal mischiefs, crash investigations, or sick/injured persons; patrolling through buildings, reporting suspicious activity/person(s), and clearing buildings of unauthorized persons; ensuring doors are properly secured and/or opened upon authorized request; monitoring service drives for parking violations; assisting law enforcement, fire department, and emergency medical agencies.
• Assist with basic crime scene duties to include: lifting fingerprints, taking measurements, taking photographs, collecting evidence, securing crime scenes, and writing crime scene reports.
• Perform traffic control, conduct increased patrols, provide escorts, assist citizens/motorists, support special events, complete follow-up and supplemental reports, etc.
• Answer inquiries from the public and direct to appropriate agency/division. Provide citizens with general information, etc., whenever possible.
• Attend training classes and seminars.
• Provide testimony and appearance in judicial proceedings.

Expected Salary:

$20/hour

Required Qualifications

A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Valid driver's license.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; working knowledge of judicial proceedings; working knowledge of principles of correct grammar usage; working knowledge of radio codes and other procedures; ability and skill to effectively communicate via police radio, telephone, etc.; knowledge, ability and skill in operating motor vehicles and other police equipment; ability to navigate University of Florida geography; ability to work effectively in stressful situations; demonstrate ethical, moral, inclusive, and professional behavior.
• Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral communications; ability to exercise independent judgment without supervision; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; ability to investigate and obtain critical facts; ability to identify and describe facts and events accurately; ability to collect and evaluate data; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to deal with individuals and critical situations in an effective manner.

Applications Close: 14 August 2026

Current FL driver's license required.

This position is eligible for veteran's preference.

If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration.

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.