Access Control Worker

Exempt Status

Non-Exempt No. of Days According to district approved calendar

Department Midland ISD Police Department

Reports To Supervisor of Surveillance and Access Controls

Supervises None

Education
• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Previous on the job experience and knowledge of Access Control and Security Alarm Systems, CATV etc.

• Prior experience in electronics / alarm system repair and maintenance/CATV
* telecommunications cable installation.

• 2-year security systems, communications and CATV repair and troubleshooting.

• Electronics certificate, preferred.

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE
Will be responsible for assisting supervisor of surveillance and access controls with the installation of and maintaining
access controls, security alarms, video/audio camera systems, in network/audio camera systems, CATV systems and
associated devices and peripherals. Computer repair, daily work orders associated with troubleshooting all security
systems hardware/software installations. Assist campuses with access control scheduling and access card maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Responsible for the completion of all work orders and projects as assigned by the Supervisor of Surveillance
and Access Controls regarding the installation of wiring concerning security systems, alarms, CATV systems
and troubleshooting/configuring equipment.
2. Assist campus and administrative staff with access control scheduling and MISD staff credentialing as it
relates to accessing MISD buildings.
3. Maintain and repair campuses computers.
4. Perform Local Area Network troubleshooting and repairs using network testing equipment and Cat6 cabling
tools.
5. Communicate with campus personnel on scheduling of work to provide for minimal classroom disturbance.
6. Report on status of assignments and projects to Supervisor of Surveillance or Access Control.
7. New Installation, mounting, and configuration of access controls, security alarms and associated equipment in
school facilities.
8. Cross training with Access Control Operator to gain knowledge of surveillance and reporting.
9. All other duties as assigned by Supervisor of Surveillance and Access Controls or MISD Chief of Police.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Knowledge of wiring techniques including the installation of alarm system equipment and devices.
2. Familiar with electrical code to provide for proper installation of security system cabling in existing and new
facilities.
3. Knowledge or experience with electronic trouble-shooting procedures in regards to verifying integrity of
wiring. Familiar with electronic test equipment i.e., VOM, tracers, etc.
4. Able to distinguish between various colors.
5. Ability to keep privileged information confidential
6. Valid Texas Driver's License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary. While performing
the duties of this job.
1. Heavy lifting and carrying, 45 lbs. on a regular basis and 100 lbs. on a limited basis
2. Reaching above shoulders
3. Use of fingers, arms and legs
4. Repeated bending
5. Heights up to 50 ft.
6. Working in small confined spaces

EQUIPMENT USED
1. Standard hand tools
2. Power tools i.e., saws all, hammer drill, etc.
3. Conduit benders
4. Punch-down tools i.e., RJ-45 crimpers, etc.
5. MISD motor vehicles i.e., van, pickup, etc.
6. Power & manually operated personnel lift
7. Electronic test equipment, VOM, etc.
8. Ladders, platforms, scaffolds
9. Computers and monitors
10. Network testing equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing
the essential functions of this job.
1. Outside and inside
2. Excessive dampness or chilling, or heat
3. Noise, fumes, dust and dirt
4. Solvents and chemicals
5. Electrical energy
6. Working around machinery with moving parts
7. Working from ladders, tight confined spaces i.e., attics, crawl spaces and equipment tunnels

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned
to this job. They are not…