University of Delaware Hiring for Access Control Technician at Delaware, United States Full Time

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Job No: 498969
Work Type: AFSCME
Location: Newark
Categories: Facilities Management, Full Time

Access Control Technician:

Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 4:30 PM, Days off: Sat/Sun
General Statement of Duties:

Under general supervision of the Manager of Electronic Services or
designee, performs skilled work at the journeyman level of
electronic access control systems for all campus buildings and
other assigned areas. Installs, maintains, programs, and
troubleshoots electronic card access systems and/or operating
errors. Maintains access and alarm system interfaces as well as
other custom applications such as CCTV.

Examples of Work:

• Installs, programs and maintains electronic card access
  systems, door alarms, CCTV, system interfaces, handicap entrances
  and parking gates; recommends system upgrades and responds to
  technical and/or upgrade inquiries.
• Determines what parts are required, including electronic
  interfaces; locates the part, order parts and materials as needed,
  including making parts if necessary.
• Creates and/or installs new parts as required, including
  electronic interfaces.
• Conducts on-site training sessions for other U.D. mechanics and
  vendor staff.
• Programs operating system commands in system software,
  troubleshoots software operating errors.
• Assists in data communications design, installation and
  repairs; installs network communication devices including serial
  interface devices such as Lantronix systems.
• Maintains access card record embedded in software,
  Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems dedicated to access
  control, and time and material records.
• Prepares work reports in accordance with departmental
  standards.
• Conducts related maintenance inspections and preventative
  maintenance on systems such as UPS, electric strikes, security
  systems, life safety emergency buttons, and Lantronix Cobox
  systems.
• Uses computer to access e-mail, receive work instructions and
  other administrative information to include electronic payroll
  forms.
• Communicates daily using a two-way radio, and/or phone system
  in order to respond to work-related routine and emergency
  information.
• Ensures shop equipment and diagnostic tools are in proper
  working condition including the access system host computer.
• Performs housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, uncluttered
  and safe work environment.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Environmental Factors/Occupational Exposures:

• The primary physical environment requires the employee to work
  both inside and outside in both extreme heat and cold conditions,
  as well as conditions that are wet/humid, dry and during times when
  temperatures are below 32°F for more than one-hour periods.
• Employee must lift, tug, pull, and transport, with or without
  assistance, both small and heavy equipment and material, as
  necessary.
• The employee may be required to bend, squat, stretch and stand
  and/or work in cramped areas for prolonged periods of times while
  repairing equipment both at floor level, overhead, and/or in
  confined space areas.
• Environment may frequently include dust and/or airborne
  particles and occasionally loud noise, electricity/high voltage,
  chemicals, gases, fumes, and vibration.
• Employee is required to wear designated personal protective
  equipment to include, but not limited to, ANSI-approved safety
  eyewear, hardhats, gloves, hearing protection, full face shield,
  aprons and footwear to prevent exposures to hazardous materials,
  noise, dust and/or airborne particles.
• Must be able to wear designated respirator when required as
  part of the personal protective equipment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess thorough knowledge, skills, and ability necessary
  for the installation, troubleshooting, repair and prevention
  maintenance and applied maintenance in all types of electronic
  controls, CCTV and interfaces during routine and emergency
  situations.
• Demonstrated ability to handle repairs and large scale
  maintenance requirements utilizing group work; skilled in using
  tools and electronic diagnostic equipment. Knowledge of lock and
  alarm systems (electronic and semi-electronic or electrical
  access).
• Knowledge of current technological developments/trends.
• Knowledge and familiarity with the computer operation and
  structure of University of Delaware standard word processing,
  database, electronic mail, with additional capability to use
  computer programming and operation; data communication equipment
  and protocol; and associated hardware and software.
• Must be familiar with systems compatible to Honeywell,
  ProWatch, Key Watcher, Vista security systems, Engage (Schlage
  Electronic Locks) and other operating systems used at the
  University of Delaware; ability to work from electrical schematics
  and drawings.
• Must have working knowledge of standard practices, tools,
  materials and terminology concerning the use of testing equipment;
  knowledge of hazards and safety precautions; and mechanical
  ability.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance according to vendor
  and/or University published guidelines.
• Must be able to use oscilloscope, Simpson multi meter,
  electronic test equipment (including both commercial and in-house
  designed and manufactured).
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair controls and systems alarms,
  and other electronic control systems such as CCTV, and other
  electronic control systems.
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple
  projects; work from complex diagrams and drawings related to
  various controls and alarm systems, and other electronic control
  systems.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures such as the
  University of Delaware lock out tag out system and PPE use.
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written
  instructions.
• Strong analytical problem solving and communications skills are
  essential.
• Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively with
  all levels of staff.
• Proven ability to make independent decisions and demonstrate
  integrity, discretion, and good judgment.
• Ability to interact professionally, communicate effectively and
  interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds
  throughout the University community and must be customer service
  oriented.
• Ability to provide technical leadership with outside vendors
  and other University personnel.
• Thorough knowledge of U/D campus layout; leadership ability to
  plan, schedule and monitor work.
• Must be capable of working independently and prioritizing tasks
  in order to meet the needs of the unit and its customers.

Required Minimum Training and Experience:

• Requires high school diploma, GED or equivalent with 4 years’
  experience as an access control technician.
• Requires two years’ experience and/or training in the
  electronics field.
• Completion of advanced related courses of study within the
  trade.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot access control systems
  faults.
• Locksmith/door hardware experience is desirable.

Special Requirements:

• With or without assistance, must be able to exert 50 to 100
  pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force
  frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move
  objects and job-related materials and/or equipment.
• Ability to accurately discern colors.
• Ability to climb stairs, use ladders and aerial lifts, work
  from scaffolding and high areas using appropriate harness and
  tether equipment, and use ramps and aerial lift devices above
  ground.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license in order
  to drive University of Delaware vehicles to get to and from job
  sites.
• Must complete the basic ProWatch certification course within 1
  year of employment and maintain the certification.
• Must complete the advanced ProWatch certification course when
  the course becomes available after completing the basic ProWatch
  certification course.

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Action
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on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity
or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital
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Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and
University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits
unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual
violence.

Applications close:

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