Access Control Field Engineer

Job Title

Access Control Technician

Provides proactive and reactive technical support for hardware and software associated with remote, multi-function access control equipment. Responsibilities include new installations, troubleshooting, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance. Additionally, offers general IT support for user sites related to access control and proprietary software. Addresses complex technical issues while managing work planning, scheduling, and prioritization. Has regular interactions with end users, contractors, and vendors to ensure efficient system functionality and support.

- Responsible for installation, modification, testing, and preventative maintenance associated with university locks including cored and electronic locks
- Installs, maintains, and repairs locks, door closers, electronic locking devices, ADA operators, and related hardware including changing, setting, and re-keying door cylinders and plugs
- Installs new equipment and devices, operating systems, peripherals and maintain existing hardware and software. Configure devices as required
- Participates in the development of standard operating procedures
- Plans and coordinates the installation of access control upgrades and special ADA access accommodations
- Maintains lock shop and inventory control, setting up and maintaining control of a master key system
- Sets up and operates all types of service equipment, machines, and hand tools required in a lock shop
- Maintains all locks, lock systems, and architectural hardware systems within campus facilities
- Complies with University key control policy and provides keys only to authorized individuals, ensuring that key requests conform to established University security and key control policies

Educational Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent
Other

Required Qualifications:

Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience:

Five (5) years of access control experience with working knowledge of access control software and knowledgeable and skilled in the installation and maintenance of remote electronic access control devices and related networking equipment.

The budgeted salary range is $58,000 to $72,600. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Standard Enhanced MVR 9 Panel Lab Drug Test Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process.

Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.