Security Camera Electrician & Systems Technician

Transmission & Distribution World; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a skilled maintenance and video systems technician to plan, implement, and oversee maintenance programs for its facilities, with emphasis on camera systems.

Responsibilities include planning and documenting new video installations, installing and troubleshooting analog and IP cameras, conducting site assessments, and coordinating repair work. The role may involve daily contact with inmates in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with experience in construction or repair of secondary electrical systems.
• Alternatively, four or more years of professional experience related to the areas of employment.
• An associate degree may substitute for the required experience in IT or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates, implements, and oversees maintenance and repair programs for SCDC facilities.
• Plans, designs, documents, and installs new video system installations.
• Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains camera systems (analog and IP).
• Conducts site assessments and coordinates, tracks, and closes out installations and repairs.
• Keeps current on new techniques and equipment; recommends purchases and assists with installations.
• Makes recommendations regarding agency maintenance policies and procedures.
• Daily contact with inmates may be required.

Skills

Electrical systems maintenance

Video surveillance

Facilities maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in IT or related field

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a skilled maintenance and video systems technician to plan, implement, and oversee maintenance programs for its facilities, with emphasis on camera systems.

Responsibilities include planning and documenting new video installations, installing and troubleshooting analog and IP cameras, conducting site assessments, and coordinating repair work. The role may involve daily contact with inmates in a secure environment.