Associate Security Systems Technician - Low Voltage

Job Title

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Summary of Job Duties

**This position participates in a group 24 hours a day 7 days a week, 365 days a year on-call rotation where each member of the group takes call for 1 week at a time. Under direct supervision, provides accurate and timely troubleshooting of security system and network cabling components. Performs installations of electronic control systems, which may include door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, communication, cable management, electronic locks, Wi-Fi locks, network switches, point sensors, signaling devices, and associated hardware. Responds to situations where systems have failed, and action must be taken to isolate or repair problem equipment, software, or make configuration changes to return systems to full functionality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in computer science or a related field of study, or

• High School diploma/GED plus two (2) years of experience in cabling, low voltage systems, carpentry/building maintenance required.

• Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field

• Arkansas Alarm License, Level 1

• Customer Service experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, and commission electronic control systems, which may include door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, communication, structured cabling, cable management, electronic locks, Wi-Fi locks, network switches, point sensors, signaling devices, and associated hardware.

• Troubleshoot and repair problems with equipment, software, or configuration and return systems to full functionality.

• Provide end-user support and assistance with badge access, video surveillance, electronic control systems, and other network system components.

• Documents work in progress and solutions to trouble calls using call tracking software. Provides manager with daily status reports of ongoing projects.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity

Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Hearing, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes