Technical Security Technician I (Equipment)

Loudoun County Public Schools•Leesburg, VA

6h•$28 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Three years of experience in the security or electronic trade
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
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.

Responsibilities

Diagnoses security surveillance equipment problems using reference materials and computer software
Replaces defective components, including replacing batteries and mechanical locking systems
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