Job Overview

The Technical Security Technician I (Equipment) is responsible for installing equipment, diagnosing equipment problems, making minor repairs, and instructing others in the use and operation of surveillance camera and digital recording systems equipment, electronic access control systems, security and fire alarm systems, and similar devices.  The work is performed according to manufacturers’ technical information and standard service practices of the security surveillance and access control trade and state law.  This employee is also responsible for the inventory control of all such equipment. The employee is required to be in the on-call rotation.

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

• Diagnoses security surveillance equipment problems using reference materials and computer software; replaces defective components, including replacing batteries and mechanical locking systems; and diagnoses security and fire alarm system trouble signals.
• Performs minor service and repair of alarm systems; tests equipment using volt ohm meters, amp/volt testers, computers, and watt meters.
• Trains employees on the use of electronic control equipment and security surveillance systems.
• Communicates/coordinates with vendors, school administration, School Board administrative offices, and school bus transportation office.
• Maintains security cameras, digital surveillance recorders, and electronic access control systems including card access and video entry.
• Installs security cameras, digital surveillance recorders, and electronic access control systems in school buildings and school administrative offices; maintains records of equipment repairs and inventory of parts.

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

     Education

      High School diploma or GED required

     Experience

      Three years of experience in the security or electronic trade

     Licenses and Certifications

       NA

     Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of security surveillance camera, recording equipment installation and repair procedures, electronic access control equipment installation and repair procedures, electrical hazards and safety precautions, fire and security alarm systems equipment troubleshooting, and minor service repair and maintenance
• Ability to read technical manuals and demonstrate the use and operation of equipment
• Skill in using the tools, equipment, and materials of the trade; ability to climb and work using 6’ to 8’ ladder
• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Essential  Personnel Disclosure 

Employees who perform the responsibilities of this job are considered essential personnel. Essential personnel are designated employees who must report for work during a delay or emergency situations. A workplace emergency is an unforeseen situation that threatens the staff, pupils, or the public; disrupts or shuts down business operations; or causes physical or environmental damage. Emergencies may be natural or manmade. It is incumbent upon the supervisor to inform and confirm which essential personnel are required to work during emergency closings. Notification and confirmation of the expectation of essential personnel to report to work, or maintain as-needed status, will be executed with as much advanced notice as possible via in-person communication or email.  

Reports to: Supervisor, Technical Security

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Months/Days/Hours: 12 months/ 254 days/ 8 hours

Salary Level: Scale B/Universal -  Non-Exempt Level 8

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range: $26.74 - $34.41

Remote Work Eligible: No