Security Systems Technician

Houle; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor is looking for a Security Systems Technician to join their Nanaimo team. This role involves installing and maintaining security systems across various sites, requiring a valid Trade Qualification or Electrician certification. Strong troubleshooting skills and technical experience in Security Technologies are essential.

Benefits

Service Van provided

Cell phone provided

Great benefits and RRSP

Qualifications

• Valid Security Technician Trade Qualification or Electrician certification required.
• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Security Technologies preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission electrical Security and Access Control systems.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics for installations in various buildings.
• Respond to service calls and troubleshoot technical issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Security Technician Trade Qualification

Electrician certification

Tools

Security Technologies

Access Control

CCTV

Job description

About This Role

We are recruiting for Security Systems Technicians to join our Nanaimo Service team. This position requires you to be a certified Electrician or Security System Technician. Here's how your role will strengthen our team:

Your responsibilities

• Working on various job sites to install, configure, and commission electrical Security, Access Control, and Healthcare systems, including CCTV Cameras, Video surveillance, Access Door Controls, Intrusion Detection, Nurse Call, RTLS, etc.
• Interpreting blueprints, schematics, circuit diagrams, and other construction documents to ensure correct installations in residential, commercial, and healthcare buildings.
• Responding to customer service calls, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving technical system problems.
• Working closely with customers to provide ongoing service, repairs, and programming of electrical systems. Maintaining accurate records of installs and service calls.
• Programming and integrating different electrical Security and Access Control systems.
• Training users on various products and systems (Lenel, Axis, Genetec, DSC, Avigilon).

Your Experience And Skills

• Must hold a valid Security Technician Trade Qualification or be a Certified Electrician with experience installing Security or Healthcare Technologies.
• Must have experience working on active construction sites.
• Hold a valid Security Alarm Installer License or be willing to obtain one.
• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Security Technologies, Access Control, CCTV, Intrusion/Burglar Alarms, RTLS, Patient Wandering Alerts, Networks, and Communication electronics.
• Preferred if you have knowledge in the following product lines - Lenel, Axis, Genetec, DSC, Avigilon.
• Experience working on hospital or healthcare construction projects with healthcare systems (Nurse call, Patient Wandering, RTLS) would be a strong asset.
• Strong attention to detail, and good organizational and communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Willing to work after hours and be on call.
• Be an active IBEW 230 Union Member or willing to become one.

Salary range: Compensation through the IBEW 230 Collective Agreement, plus great benefits and RRSP. For those hired in the Service division, a company Service Van, cell phone, and service clothing will be provided.

About Houle

As BC's leading electrical contractor and systems integrator, we deliver safe, reliable power for the future. From hospitals and universities to airports, shipping terminals, and shopping centres, our professionals provide innovative solutions that create value for our customers every day.

Since 1944, we've been dedicated to our craft, committed to quality workmanship, and building teams that thrive. Driven by purpose and connected through collaboration, our focus on people guides our success in delivering some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the province.

Recognized as a Great Place to Work, one of BC's Top 100 Employers, and a Best Managed company, we are committed to a safe and inclusive work environment.

Sound like a match? We'd love to connect.

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