ACCESS CONTROL TECHNICIAN

Job no: 495447
Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Staff, Trades, Service, and Maintenance
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Job Summary
The Access Control Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the access control equipment and door lock hardware. Specifically, the position is involved with the installation, maintenance and repair of building access control system equipment, associated door hardware and intrusion systems. The position assists in the cutting, distribution and maintenance of keys and locks. Provides on-call support after hour for keys, locks, and card access as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of access control, and lock installation and maintenance
• Valid US driver’s license
• Use of personal vehicle required to transport self, tools, and small parts

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read plans, specifications, schematic drawings and sketches
• Requires excellent customer relation skills
• Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Ability to identify and resolve complex problems in field
• Able to work effectively with representatives/workers from all fields, regardless of level, e.g., architects, engineers, construction and trades supervisors, and various Institute clients from students to leadership in both public and private/residential spaces
• Continuous learner: keeps current with technological changes and rapidly adapts to technological changes
• Ability to use a personal computer (Outlook and job specific software)

Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Travel
Local travel between campus locations only
Driving
Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use
Starting Salary/Rate
Expected hiring range: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).
Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.
Advertised: 04 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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