Security Systems Technician

🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $53K - $73K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ April 29th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Security Systems Technician. The role involves installing and repairing the campus-wide card access security system, programming security system software, troubleshooting alarms and controller issues, managing inventory, and providing guidance to trainees.

Highlights

Install security panels, card readers, motion detectors, door contacts, fiber optic cabling, and related wiring.
Program and troubleshoot security system software and hardware including alarms and offline controllers.
Develop regular management reports on security system status and minimize alarm/bypass points.
Conduct inventory and advise management on stock replenishment.
Estimate work time, prepare materials lists, and support team needs.
Provide guidance and instruction to craft trainees.
Use Windows-based software to control security access systems and interpret technical manuals and wiring plans.
Require high school/vocational education plus four years relevant experience or completion of a certified apprenticeship with two years of experience.
Must hold a valid driver’s license with two years driving experience and complete Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
Salary range: $53,261 to $72,501; full-time, union position under AFSCME Local 888.