Crewperson 5, Security Systems and Operations

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Crewperson is responsible for servicing and maintaining low-voltage systems, including WAN/LAN, CCTV, cameras, DVRs and DVR software applications, Napco security systems, and access control systems. The position also involves computer knowledge, including computer hardware repair, and work with fiber-optic and camera systems. The department performs new installations and major system renovations when required by capital improvement projects. The employee works under the direct supervision of the department supervisor and may work with district personnel, customers, and vendors. Travel between schools and central offices is required. The schedule may fluctuate to meet deadlines and service needs, and overtime on short notice may be required. Work takes place in standard office, shop, and school-building environments, as well as indoors in extreme heat or cold and outdoors in inclement weather. The role may involve confined or elevated spaces and strenuous physical work. The employee is expected to perform assigned duties safely, provide responsive and professional customer service, cooperate with colleagues, maintain required licenses and certifications, and take responsibility for tools, supplies, and materials. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

Two years of low-voltage experience is required.
A valid Kansas driver's license must be maintained throughout employment.
Ability to service, install, test, and troubleshoot low-voltage systems and related equipment.
Basic computer proficiency and ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with people inside and outside the organization.
Ability to work effectively as a team member and communicate with a supervisor when guidance is needed.
Ability to plan, organize, make decisions, and prioritize work to meet daily demands.
Attention to detail, sound judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, initiative, efficiency, and dependability.
Ability to work with minimum supervision and produce high-quality work.
Ability to work productively in stressful situations and interact tactfully with a diverse population.
Ability to work assigned hours, perform required tasks, and work overtime on short notice when required.
Ability to work indoors in extreme heat and cold, outdoors in inclement weather, in confined or high spaces, and perform strenuous physical work.
Ability to wear required safety equipment.
Ability to use assigned equipment and comply with equipment-use guidelines.
Ability to maintain appropriate professional dress and appearance.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Service and maintain low-voltage systems, including WAN/LAN, CCTV, cameras, DVRs and DVR software, Napco security systems, and access control systems.
Perform new installations and major system renovations associated with capital improvement projects.
Install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain low-voltage systems; pull low-voltage wiring; perform computer work; and program cameras and DVRs.
Work with telecommunications, security systems, access control systems, and basic computer hardware and operations.
Understand and apply grounding techniques and requirements.
Assist technicians in the shop when needed.
Make decisions and offer solutions to unit supervisors regarding problems in the field.
Plan and estimate labor and material costs for assigned jobs.
Perform work safely and report hazardous conditions.
Maintain required licenses and certifications, including a valid Kansas driver's license throughout employment.
Maintain responsibility for tools, supplies, and materials.
Communicate effectively with job coordinators and attend required meetings and in-services.
Maintain current knowledge of methods, procedures, technical information, and policies relating to the assigned unit.
Assist with additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Travel between schools and central offices as required.
Provide professional, friendly, responsive service to internal and external customers and work cooperatively with district personnel, customers, vendors, and colleagues.
Support the district's organizational goals and mission and contribute to good public relations.
Display willingness to be trained and develop skills across assigned work areas.