Surveillance Technician

REQUIRED SKILLS: (Need Majority; 5+ Years)

• 5+ years in access control, surveillance, telecommunications, network infrastructure, life-safety, or building automation.
• Experience supporting, installing, and designing surveillance or access control systems.
• Proficiency in network cabling, structured wiring, and physical technology installations.
• Valid driver’s license and statewide travel capability.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in mechanical spaces.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS:

• Experience with state, local, or federally funded IT infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with Avigilon, Exacq, Axis systems.
• Experience with Software House C•CURE 9000.
• Background in integrating facilities systems with IT network services.
• Experience with AV tech, conferencing solutions, and point-of-sale systems.

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

• Microsoft Teams with video.

DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:

The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS), Bureau of Information Technology Services (BITS), is seeking a Surveillance & Access Control Technician III to lead the installation, configuration, testing, and management of security, life-safety, building automation, and network-related infrastructure projects.

This role supports modernization initiatives for WHS facilities statewide — including the headquarters, State Archives Preservation Facility, and 12 historic sites — requiring extensive travel and hands-on technical work.

Key Responsibilities:

• FACILITIES TECHNOLOGY PLANNING & PROJECT SUPPORT
• FACILITIES & NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT
• BUSINESS IT SYSTEMS TECHNICAL SUPPORT & COLLABORATION