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

Position Details

Recruitment / Posting Title: Security Systems Technician

Job Category: AFSCME Local 888

Department: Identity & Access Managemnt UW

Overview: The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.

Posting Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Security Systems Technician for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Primarily responsible for the installation and repair of the campus-wide card access security system. Duties include the installation of security panels, field interface devices, card readers, motion detectors, request to exit devices, door contacts, limit switches, fiber optic security cabling and all related control wiring. Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Works with the security system software to program additional points, troubleshoot existing alarms, points in trouble and controllers that are offline.
• Detects faulty operation of equipment, reports questionable conditions to supervisor; issues work orders to supervisor as necessary.
• Works with the security system software to develop regular reports to management on the status of campus security systems. This includes number of points in alarm and/or bypassed.
• Responsible for minimizing these points. Conducts inventory of equipment, materials and supplies.
• Advises management when to reorder stock.
• Responsible for estimating work time, writing up list of appropriate and needed materials, and providing such materials for himself/herself or the group.
• Provides guidance and instruction to craft trainees.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 20

Minimum Salary: 54858.950

Mid Range Salary: 64656.540

Maximum Salary: 74676.080

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status: Full Time

Standard Hours: 40.00

Union Description: AFSCME - Local 888

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit: Facilities Maintenance - New Brunswick

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent, plus four years of experience performing maintenance and repair work on security access systems, electrical equipment and circuitry.
• Successful completion of an approved training program or a certified apprenticeship program in Security/Access Systems, plus two years experience and proven competency performing complex and varied repair and maintenance of electronic equipment and circuitry including network communication wiring.

Certifications / Licenses

• Valid driver's license, two years driving experience and successful completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be competent in performing complex and varied repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment and circuitry including all types of security/access systems and components.
• Requires competency with Windows based computer software used to control security access systems and the ability to read and comprehend technical manuals, wiring plans and blueprints.
• Must be knowledgeable in the principals of network communication equipment operation and be able to trace faults.
• Must be able to analyze complex tasks and prioritize work elements, be knowledgeable of work safety rules and principals, and be detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks.
• Good written and verbal English skills and strong interpersonal skills needed.
• Must be able to safely and properly lift as much as 40-50 pounds.
• Trade school graduate, knowledgeable of computer based Energy Management and Access Control Systems preferred.

Special Conditions

• Successful candidate must undergo and pass a standard security screening/background check because of the close working relationship with Campus Security and the sensitive security access this individual will possess.
• Safe Drving Record
• Shift/Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1853

Posting Open Date: 10/01/2026

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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