Maintenance - Low-Voltage Master Technician

MAINTENANCE POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position: Low-Voltage Master Technician

Reports To: Dual Report: Director of Facilities, Director of Safety & Security

Evaluation: 90 Days, & Annually thereafter

Work Schedule: 261 days

Hourly Rate: Master Trades Classification

SUMMARY: Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Low-Voltage Master Technician to oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of security and life safety systems across the district. This position will be responsible for managing door access controls and hardware, security cameras, security panels, and fire alarm systems, including the associated wiring, networking, and programming necessary to support these critical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain door access control systems, security cameras, security panels, and fire alarm systems throughout the district.
• Perform wiring, networking, and programming required to support all security and life safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding security and fire safety systems.
• Conduct regular inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on security and fire alarm systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Respond to system malfunctions and emergency repairs in a timely manner.
• Work closely with the IT department, facilities team, and school administrators to ensure seamless integration and functionality of security systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, system configurations, and upgrades.
• Provide training and technical support to district staff regarding the proper use of security and access control systems.
• Assist with evaluating new technologies and system enhancements to improve security infrastructure.
• Collaborate with facilities, maintenance, safety & security, and technology personnel to perform critical job functions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or technical certification in electronics, low-voltage systems, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working with low-voltage systems, access control, security cameras, and fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of networking principles, system programming, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with door access control systems, security camera systems (CCTV/IP), fire alarms, and security panels.
• Understanding of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) codes, NEC (National Electrical Code), and other applicable regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work in various environments, including attics, crawl spaces, and outdoor areas.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to travel between school locations as needed.
• Ability to pass a background check as required by the school district.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies), OSHA 10/30, or manufacturer-specific training for security and fire systems.
• Experience working in a school or educational facility setting.
• Familiarity with software-based access control and security management platforms.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain door access control systems, security cameras, security panels, and fire alarm systems throughout the district.
• Perform wiring, networking, and programming required to support all security and life safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding security and fire safety systems.
• Conduct regular inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on security and fire alarm systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Respond to system malfunctions and emergency repairs in a timely manner.
• Work closely with the IT department, facilities team, and school administrators to ensure seamless integration and functionality of security systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, system configurations, and upgrades.
• Provide training and technical support to district staff regarding the proper use of security and access control systems.
• Assist with evaluating new technologies and system enhancements to improve security infrastructure.
• Coordinate with facilities and safety Leadership contractors to perform functions beyond the scope of this position.
• Assess building systems to plan proactive work assignments and project schedules.
• Develops maintenance procedures and schedules in FMX Software.
• Ensure maintenance and repair work is completed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Works with facilities personnel on proper operation of all systems and equipment.
• Monitor and ensure the proper operation of the safety systems.
• Assist with and respond to emergency calls.
• Follow other directives from the Director of Facilities and Director of Safety and Security to improve services to the students and patrons of the Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation.

Qualification Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Associate's degree or technical certification in electronics, low-voltage systems, or a related field (preferred).

Certifications:

• Preferred: NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies), OSHA 10/30, or manufacturer-specific training for security and fire systems.

Experience:

• Minimum: 2 years of experience working with low-voltage systems, access control, security cameras, and fire alarm systems.
• Preferred: 5+ years of experience in a related field.
• Experience working in a school or educational facility setting is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of networking principles, system programming, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with door access control systems, security camera systems (CCTV/IP), fire alarms, and security panels.
• Familiarity with software-based access control and security management platforms.
• Proficiency with computer-based systems related to fire alarms, security, door access control, and surveillance cameras.
• Understanding of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) codes, NEC (National Electrical Code), and other applicable regulations (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of state and local construction rules, regulations, and procedures.

Soft Skills & Work Habits:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and determine necessary repairs.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to interact professionally and represent P-H-M's philosophy positively.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Willingness to continuously improve and develop job-related skills.
• Excellent attendance record, reliability, and work habits.

Physical & Additional Requirements: Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work in varied environments, including attics, crawl spaces, and outdoor areas.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with the ability to travel between school locations as needed.
• Must pass all criminal history and child abuse clearances as required by the school district.
• Must remain free of alcohol and non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout employment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Sensory Requirements ~ Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. All tasks require oral communication ability.

Environmental Factors ~ The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Tasks are regularly performed without potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as temperature and noise extremes, odors, humidity, vibrations, traffic hazards, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, the noise level can vary depending upon the daily activity but will still remain within the acceptable noise level range.

Mental Effort ~ Normal Concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks.

~ When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity ~

The Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation.