Low Voltage Systems Technician

Position Overview

The University of Minnesota’s Facilities Management department is seeking a Low Voltage Systems Technician to join its FM Technical Services team. In this role, you will perform skilled-level cabling, installation, programming, testing, maintenance, and repair of video surveillance, intrusion, panic alarm, card access, emergency communication, voice, data, and other low voltage systems in support of a quality environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair video surveillance, burglary and panic alarm, card access, and emergency communication systems.
• Perform installation tasks including pulling wire, punching down wire, cross-connecting circuits, cable management, and testing per written work tasks and supervisor direction.
• Document all maintenance, repairs, and field changes using established procedures.
• Consult with end users and provide training on both new and existing systems.
• Advise system designers on application needs and interface with contractors to ensure correct device placement.
• Install, program, and test video surveillance, alarm, card access, and emergency communication systems.
• Accurately enter time, materials, and other job-related data into billing systems.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year technical school program related to electrical or mechanical systems plus a minimum of four years’ work experience, or a BS degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with one year of related experience. (Equivalent combinations of academic and work experience may be considered.)
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must possess a Registered Unlicensed Power Limited Technician or Power Limited Technician license; Registered Unlicensed employees must work towards a PLT license.
• Proficient understanding of centrally controlled access control systems, intrusion and panic alarm systems, and centrally monitored CCTV systems.
• Ability to review design documents, coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks, and use digital communication tools and Microsoft Office products.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse customer base.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Power Limited Technician license preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Pay Range: $29.88-$37.34 — depending on education, qualifications, and experience.
• 75%-100% Appointment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off.
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, University HSA contributions, disability and employer-paid life insurance, and an employee wellbeing program.
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity, financial counseling services, an Employee Assistance Program, and an Employee Transit Pass offering free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area.