Surveillance Systems Engineer 1

Four Winds Casinos; New Buffalo Township (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading casino operator in New Buffalo Township is seeking a Surveillance Technician to ensure the installation and maintenance of surveillance equipment. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Gaming Commission regulations, performing system installations, and conducting preventative maintenance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally have experience in casino surveillance or a related field. This position requires technical skills, and successful completion of training programs like Dallmeier Systems is a must.

Qualifications

• 1-year casino surveillance technical experience is preferred or completion of military electronics training.
• Must complete Dallmeier Systems training within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to read and interpret complex documents such as technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain all analog/IP cameras and DVR/NVR systems.
• Consult with Systems Engineer on tools and materials for projects.
• Ensure adherence to Gaming Commission rules and regulations.

Skills

Technical and communication skills

Knowledge of cabling standards

Experience with closed circuit television equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

2-year degree in Electronics, Electrical or Network engineering

Job description

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all Surveillance equipment at the Four Winds Casinos.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Maintains a working knowledge of all rules and regulations of the Gaming Commission and ensures strict adherence to same throughout the property.
• Installation and Maintenance of all Analog/IP Cameras, DVR/NVR, Surveillance Workstations, and Monitors.
• Wiring, labeling, and installing connectors on various types of cabling and cross connect panels.
• Consults with a Systems Engineer II and above on specific tools and materials needed for assigned projects.
• Adheres to preventative maintenance programs designed to minimize system failures.
• Maintains surveillance system devices by supporting workstations, decoders and cameras within the system.
• Inspects wiring to all surveillance equipment, identifying and correcting any potential problems or hazards.
• Candidate must be able to communicate such discrepancies effectively to leadership.
• Documents and reports inventory of equipment and supplies to ensure spare equipment is on hand at all times.
• Attends regularly scheduled departmental meetings.
• Held accountable for the accuracy and thoroughness of departmental records and reports.
• Ability to maintain a neat and organized workspace, to include Surveillance Storage Spaces and IDF Closets located throughout each property

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Promotes the following within the department and among all employees:

• Creates an atmosphere of fun for all casino guests.
• Encourages mutual respect, dignity and integrity with all employees, by setting positive examples at all times.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

1-year casino surveillance technical experience, or Two (2) year degree in a related field (Electronics, Electrical or Network engineering) or military electronics training is preferred.

Must successfully complete Dallmeier Systems training program within 6 months of hire or transfer date.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of, and experience with, closed circuit television equipment preferred.

Must possess excellent technical and communication skills.

Experience in gaming surveillance technology, and knowledge of cabling standards is preferred.

This position requires a Level 2 Gaming License.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex of documents, such as Technical Reports, Schematics, and CAD drawings. Ability to respond to common inquiries, complaints from guests or regulatory agencies. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to proficiently understand and utilize Ohm’s Law.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to leverage technical expertise to fully understand and meet the Surveillance department’s technical and reporting needs and requirements. Ability to develop and maintain a strong relationship with Surveillance department staff. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel. Ability to specify and develop queries/reports using a range of software. Ability to think logically and follow detailed instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee is sometimes required to work in high, precarious places.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly exposed to danger of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. When on the casino floor, the noise level increases to loud. A casino environment is typically smoky.

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