Security Systems Technician

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Access Control department seeks a Security Systems Technician for on-site work at Main Campus in Mobile, AL. The role focuses on installing, maintaining, and auditing mechanical and electronic access systems across facilities.

Responsibilities include key management, blueprints review, and travel using a university vehicle. Availability for overtime and essential staffing during closings is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Four years of locksmith experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record suitable for university insurance.
• Successful completion of LENEL security system training within six months of employment.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains mechanical and electronic access control systems.
• Ensures all key requests and returns comply with Key Management policies.
• Replaces and re-keys locks and duplicates keys as needed.
• Assists with distribution and retrieval of keys.
• Updates department key box information and conducts key audits.
• Reads blueprints and inspects project sites.
• Coordinates access control systems for new or renovated facilities.
• Documents key issuance and return receipts in key management systems.
• Uses university vehicle to travel to locations.
• Serves as essential university personnel during closings.
• Maintains regular attendance and supports overtime as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Locksmith experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LENEL security system training

Job description

High school diploma or equivalent, four years of locksmith experience, possession of a valid drivers license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama, and successful completion of LENEL security system training within six months of employment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Access Control department is seeking to hire a Security Systems Technician.

Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Installs and maintains mechanical and electronic access control systems.
• Ensures that all key requests and key returns are completed in compliance with the University’s Key Management policies and procedures.
• Replaces and re-keys locks and duplicates keys as needed.
• Assists with the distribution and retrieval of keys.
• Updates information to department key boxes.
• Reads and analyzes blueprints and visually inspects project sites.
• Coordinates mechanical access control and/or electronic access control systems for new and renovated facilities.
• Ensures all key issuance receipts and key return receipts are properly documented and entered into key management systems.
• Performs key audits.
• Utilizes a University vehicle to travel to various locations.
• Serves as essential personnel during University closings.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/28/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days

Working Days Monday - Friday

Working Hours

Working Hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Job Location

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary

Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than High School
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
• * Do you have current certification in Lenel Access Control training?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How many years of related experience do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • Between 1 - 3 years
  • Between 3 - 5 years
  • Between 5 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
• * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • USA website
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Indeed
  • HigherEd Jobs
  • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
  • Facebook
  • Word of mouth
  • Other

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.