Security Assistant Technician
Company: Fort Worth Zoo
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Summary: This position will Install, maintain, and inspect Zoo
electronic security equipment and key systems. Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:• Install and maintain locks and access control
devices• Install and maintain CCTV equipment• Install and maintain
fire, burglary, and life safety systems• Install and maintain
perimeter gates and motors• Schedule and assist in the inspection
and maintenance of backflow devices, fire sprinkler/extinguisher
and fire detection systems• Assist with security related functions
as needed• Assist with emergency response as needed• Assist with
security staff as needed Qualifications:To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.•
Familiarity with electronics and electronics testing equipment•
Ability to learn proprietary hardware and software configuration
and maintenance aspects• Ability to work in fast paced, high stress
environment • Attention to aesthetics and a penchant for
creativity• Ability to complete work orders in a timely manner•
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to
maintain zoo standards of insurability• Must be able to obtain a
valid Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau
Non-Commission license within 6 months Education and/or
Experience:• Experience with electronics maintenance and repair•
Must be at least 18 years of age• High school diploma or equivalent
required• Experience as a locksmith or alarm installer preferred
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly
lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up
to 100 pounds. Work Environment:The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job.• Team oriented environment• Ability to work irregular
hours (holidays and weekends)• Ability to work special events and
functions as required• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold and
inclement weather DisclaimerThe above job description is meant to
describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it
is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This
job description in no way states or implies that these are the only
duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related
instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by
their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels
of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job
successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes
to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on
an at-will basis. Benefits This is a full-time position and offers
the following benefits: • Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee
Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)•
Vision• Dental• Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)• Short
Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)• Long Term Disability (100%
Employer Paid)• Supplemental Life• Flexible Spending Account• 401k•
Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)• PTO
Rollover• PTO Sell Back• Free Zoo Membership• Free Guest Passes•
Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and
Programs
Keywords: Fort Worth Zoo, Euless , Security Assistant Technician, Engineering , Fort Worth, Texas
