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Access Control Technician / Mechanic Electronics
Ipf Maint Serv Electrical Area 40001040
Support Staff
Access Control Technician / Mechanic Electronics
Working/Functional Title
Access Control Technician
Position Summary
Salary: $34.11 - $38.97 upon meeting the requirements. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.
This position will maintain, repair, install, and modify communication and electronic equipment, scoreboards, clocks, access control systems, security cameras, doorbells, and sound systems. Fabricates, modifies, maintains, and repairs specialized electronic equipment and related devices; participates in design activities and resolve equipment operational problems; calibrates, repairs, and tests, scientific/electronic components and equipment involving the use of meters, oscilloscopes, frequency standards, transistors, capacitors, and transformers; Provides technical information, advice, operating instructions, and similar information to supporting skilled trades employees. Designs and/or modifies standard electronic circuitry, including data collection equipment and unusual test equipment. Erects and works from ladders, scaffolding, boom trucks, and similar devices; Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and job specifications; Prepares detailed reports, recommendations, records, and similar information for supervisory and management use; Requisitions equipment, materials, and parts; Estimates time and materials to be used on the job; Stocks, maintains, and may operate a University service vehicle; May staff a swing shift trouble truck and respond to a wide variety of service calls; Serves as a resource authority to supporting skilled trades; Leads, trains and oversees support staff. Ability to identify and mitigate health hazards associated within the working environment.
Job Responsibilities Are As Follows
50% Installation of electronic, access control and security camera systems
20% Troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment, scoreboards, clocks, access control systems, security cameras, doorbells, and sound systems.
10% Perform preventive maintenance on electronic systems
10% Interpreting and detailing blueprints, as-builts, specifications and archives for for the purpose of investigating repairs and for project preparation.
10% Correspondence through email, training, meetings and professional development.
This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship.
Minimum Requirements
Associate’s degree in electronics technology; electrical journeyman’s license; experience with Network Infrastructures; computer experience; experience in customer contact; one year of experience in the installation and maintenance of fire alarm and security systems, athletic scoreboard systems and automatic door systems and the ability to diagnose and repair to component level. State of Michigan Fire Alarm Specialty Technician (FAST) license.
A lifelong learner and problem solver with strong technical skills and communication skills, who focuses on innovative solutions aligned with University goals.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
RESUME
Work Hours
Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.
Website
www.ipf.msu.edu
Summary of Physical Demands
Duties associated with this position involve lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, pushing/pulling, and climbing ladder, stairs, and working from various types of equipment, including scaffolding.
Bidding eligibility ends October 20, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.
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Access Control Technician / Mechanic Electronics
Ipf Maint Serv Electrical Area 40001040
Support Staff
Access Control Technician / Mechanic Electronics
- East Lansing, Michigan, United States
- Ipf Maint Serv Electrical Area 40001040
- Area of Interest: Skilled Trades
- Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
- Group: Skilled Trades- SSTU
- Union/Non-Union: Union
- Support Staff
- Opening on: Oct 14 2026
- Closing at: Oct 27 2026 - 23:55 EDT
- 16
- 34.11
- Infrastructure Planning And Facilities
- 1173534
Working/Functional Title
Access Control Technician
Position Summary
Salary: $34.11 - $38.97 upon meeting the requirements. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.
This position will maintain, repair, install, and modify communication and electronic equipment, scoreboards, clocks, access control systems, security cameras, doorbells, and sound systems. Fabricates, modifies, maintains, and repairs specialized electronic equipment and related devices; participates in design activities and resolve equipment operational problems; calibrates, repairs, and tests, scientific/electronic components and equipment involving the use of meters, oscilloscopes, frequency standards, transistors, capacitors, and transformers; Provides technical information, advice, operating instructions, and similar information to supporting skilled trades employees. Designs and/or modifies standard electronic circuitry, including data collection equipment and unusual test equipment. Erects and works from ladders, scaffolding, boom trucks, and similar devices; Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and job specifications; Prepares detailed reports, recommendations, records, and similar information for supervisory and management use; Requisitions equipment, materials, and parts; Estimates time and materials to be used on the job; Stocks, maintains, and may operate a University service vehicle; May staff a swing shift trouble truck and respond to a wide variety of service calls; Serves as a resource authority to supporting skilled trades; Leads, trains and oversees support staff. Ability to identify and mitigate health hazards associated within the working environment.
Job Responsibilities Are As Follows
50% Installation of electronic, access control and security camera systems
20% Troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment, scoreboards, clocks, access control systems, security cameras, doorbells, and sound systems.
10% Perform preventive maintenance on electronic systems
10% Interpreting and detailing blueprints, as-builts, specifications and archives for for the purpose of investigating repairs and for project preparation.
10% Correspondence through email, training, meetings and professional development.
This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship.
Minimum Requirements
- Completion of high school education or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
- Successful completion of an applicable trade-specific Trades Helper program, or completion of an approved apprenticeship program, or an associate degree, or equivalent education/experience.
- Five years of experience in the electronics trade that includes four years of experience in commercial electronics installation, maintenance and troubleshooting and demonstrated ability to independently perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification, or equivalent experience.
- Successful completion of an electronics trade competency test or an associate’s degree in electronic technologies to receive progression step increases at and after the 18 month mark.
- Demonstrated ability to perform work to accepted industry standards.
- Expert knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the trade.
- Expert knowledge of applicable electrical codes, rules, and regulations (local, state, and federal).
- Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
- Must furnish own hand tools.
- Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.
Associate’s degree in electronics technology; electrical journeyman’s license; experience with Network Infrastructures; computer experience; experience in customer contact; one year of experience in the installation and maintenance of fire alarm and security systems, athletic scoreboard systems and automatic door systems and the ability to diagnose and repair to component level. State of Michigan Fire Alarm Specialty Technician (FAST) license.
A lifelong learner and problem solver with strong technical skills and communication skills, who focuses on innovative solutions aligned with University goals.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
RESUME
Work Hours
Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.
Website
www.ipf.msu.edu
Summary of Physical Demands
Duties associated with this position involve lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, pushing/pulling, and climbing ladder, stairs, and working from various types of equipment, including scaffolding.
Bidding eligibility ends October 20, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.
Apply Now
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Salary : $34 - $39