"Access Control Technician I"

Position Information

Posting date: 12/15/2025

Closing date: Open Until Filled

Position Number: 1129258

Position Title: Access Control Technician I

Hiring Range Minimum: $35.69 / hr

Hiring Range Maximum: $36.75 / hr

Union Type: SEIU

SEIU Level: P

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7.30am-4.00pm; Saturday-Sunday off

Location of Position: Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?: Onsite only

Position Purpose

The Access Control Tech I will have skills and knowledge in the installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of security and access systems including door hardware, keys, combination and electronically operated locks, and hardware. Working in a service-oriented environment, the Access Control Tech I will successfully communicate with members of the Dartmouth community while carrying out their tasks.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Technical school graduate or have equivalent educational and vocational experience.
• Must have at least three years of relevant experience, two of which must have been served as an apprentice or equivalent position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Working knowledge of and demonstrated skills in the installation, repair, and maintenance of a wide variety of mechanical locking systems.
• Awareness of electronic lock systems and access control systems.
• Awareness of applicable codes, specifically NFPA 101, Life Safety Code; NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors; International Building Code IBC; American Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and hardware schedules.
• General knowledge of College Construction Guidelines.
• Must have skill in the use of hand and power tools, analog/digital test equipment, man lifts, testing devices, and ladders.
• Ability to follow complex written and oral assignments and communicate effectively.
• Be able to work independently under minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment and have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Computer skills on laptop, tablet and smartphone, and with Microsoft Office software.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates: Electrical Safety related work practices, Lock-out/tag-out, Respirator training, Fit and Physical Examination, Fall Protection, Working in confined spaces, Laboratory safety/hazardous waste management training, Asbestos awareness training, Bloodborne pathogen training, EPA R.R.P. Lead Training

Preferred Qualifications

• Possesses skills related to troubleshooting door hardware and locks.
• Experience with access control systems.

Key Accountabilities

• Installs new locks and door hardware on interior and exterior doors, files cabinets, and equipment casings as needed and as part of new construction and remodeling projects.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, replaces, and maintains existing door hardware, electronic or mechanical.
• Bypass (“pick”) locks as required using industry standards.
• Cuts and issues new keys to authorized personnel.
• Installs, pins, maintains, and repairs mechanical and electrified locks.
• For security purposes, rekeys locks and changes locker combinations.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes approximately 2,500 lock changes annually for student dorm rooms.
• Plans and installs key systems in accordance with the Access Control Shop’s practices for master key systems and maintains accurate and up-to-date records.
• Maintains record-keeping for inventory of hardware supplies and tools.
• Plans work details and follows schematics, wiring diagrams, or blueprints.
• Reviews drawings and plans recommending appropriate security devices throughout the campus.
• Enters data into the access control system.
• Performs electronic door access control programming.
• Assists in performing the regular testing and maintenance of access control and alarm intrusion systems.
• Coordinates installation with the Department of Safety & Security (DOSS), departments, and various maintenance and operations trades personnel.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Campus Services HR, Phone: 646-3323

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Billy Lyons, Security and Access Control Manager

Quick Link