Installation Technician - Electronic Security

Securitas Technology Canada; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits as of Day 1

Retirement Plans as of Day 1

Paid Short Term and Long Term Disabled

Job summary

Securitas Technology Canada is seeking a Security System Technician to install, configure and service Card Access, Intrusion, Fire Monitoring and CCTV systems for clients. You will ensure optimal system installation and proper use while supporting existing systems through maintenance and troubleshooting.

The role requires on-call rotation and adherence to safety requirements, with opportunities for training and growth within a leading security integration provider.

Qualifications

• A+ certification in progress or planned.
• Ability to diagnose problems quickly and correctly.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient writing skills.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• BC Security License.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and service Card Access, Intrusion, Fire Monitoring and CCTV systems.
• Perform site surveys and handle installations, reconfigurations, removals or relocations as needed.
• Provide technical and user support to clients for efficient product operation.
• Complete safety paperwork and sign off on work orders with client authority.
• Keep project manager updated on installation status.
• Manage vehicle stock of parts and equipment and record usage on work orders.
• Participate in quarterly inventory counts of vehicles or warehouses.

Skills

A+ Certification

Problem diagnosis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

BC Security License

Education

A+ certification (in progress)

BC Security License

Job description

Securitas Technology Canada is a division of Securitas AB, the largest protective services provider in the world with over 370,000+ Securitas Heroes across the world.

Securitas Technology Canada offers a full portfolio of video, access, intrusion, fire and integrated systems and services. As a leading systems integrator and alarm monitoring company, we deliver the STC Difference, serving countless long-term clients with solutions and services that protect their people, customers, and assets.

This role must be part of the United Steelworkers UNION

Summary

Under the supervision of the District Installation Manager, the Security System Technician will be responsible for installing, configuring and servicing all Card Access, Intrusion Monitoring, Fire Monitoring and CCTV systems for the clients of Securitas Technology The candidate will ensure optimum installation of new security systems to meet clients’ needs and provide proper utilization of these systems. This candidate will also provide service to existing systems which includes preventative maintenance, emergency maintenance as well as troubleshooting and repairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing product installations, reconfigurations, removals or relocations as required as well as site surveys as required
• Providing technical and user support by directing and assisting clients in the operation of the products thereby assuring their most efficient use
• Diligently completing all safety paperwork, marked up drawings and pictures. All work orders completed at the client’s site must contain serial numbers of equipment and must be signed by the client’s designated authority
• Participating in training sessions as required by the company in order to maintain adequate levels of skills and knowledge
• Updating the project manager on the status of installations.
• Maintaining vehicle stock of all parts, supplies and equipment. Ensuring that all used stock is diligently recorded on work orders
• Participating in the quarterly inventory counts of vehicles or warehouses as required

Requirements

• Excellent computer skills: A+ certification in progress or planned
• Ability to diagnose problems quickly and correctly
• Ability to work on 24 hour-on-call rotation (including weekends and holidays)
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient writing skills
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• BC Security License
• This role must be part of the United Steelworkers UNION

Benefits

• Full Benefits as of Day 1
• Retirement Plans as of Day 1
• Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid vacation, holiday
• Educational Assistance
• Company Training Program
• Exceptional growth opportunities

Securitas Electronic Security is an Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity