Security Systems Technician

Blackbird Tech Solutions; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages based on experience

Full-time work

Paid training on latest technology

Growth opportunities to senior roles

Company vehicle after probation

Hands-on team environment

Job summary

Blackbird Tech Solutions is seeking a Security Systems Technician to install, configure, and test CCTV, access control, and low-voltage systems across Vancouver, BC. You'll run cabling, set up IP networks, mount hardware, and ensure systems operate to spec on commercial and residential sites.

We offer competitive wages based on experience, steady full-time work, paid training on latest camera and network tech, and opportunities to grow into senior installer, project lead, or design roles.

Qualifications

• Experience installing CCTV, access control, or low-voltage security systems (required).
• Comfortable running structured cabling and working with basic networking concepts (IP addressing, switches, PoE).
• Valid BC driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable working at heights and in a variety of site conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in clean, professional workmanship.
• Good communication skills and a customer-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and configure cameras, NVRs/DVRs, and related hardware at commercial and residential sites.
• Run and terminate low-voltage cabling neatly and to code.
• Mount cameras and access control hardware for optimal coverage.
• Configure network connectivity including basic VLAN and IP setup.
• Test systems and walk clients through operation after installation.
• Document work clearly with site photos for each job.

Skills

CCTV installation

Access control

Low-voltage cabling

Networking concepts

NVR/DVR configuration

Customer communication

Time management

Driver's license

Tools

NVR/DVR hardware

PoE networking

VLAN concepts

Job description

Blackbird Tech Solutions Inc. | Vancouver, BC

Join the team building the future of security technology.

Security Systems Technician - Vancouver, BC

Salary: $30-38 per hour

What's in it for you

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Steady, full-time work with a growing local company
• Paid training on the latest camera, NVR, and network technology
• Opportunities to grow into senior installer, project lead, or design roles
• Company vehicle and tools provided for the job (after successful probation)
• Supportive, hands-on team environment

What you will do

• Install, terminate, and configure IP and analog security cameras, NVRs/DVRs, and related hardware at commercial and residential sites
• Run and terminate low-voltage cabling (Cat5e/Cat6, coax) neatly and to code
• Mount and align cameras, housings, and enclosures for optimal coverage
• Configure and test network connectivity for camera systems, including basic VLAN and IP setup
• Install and configure access control components (door controllers, readers, locking hardware) as needed
• Test all systems on completion and walk clients through basic operation
• Complete clear, accurate job documentation and site photos for each installation
• Communicate professionally with clients, property managers, and site contacts
• Follow all safety procedures, including working at heights and on ladders/lifts

The ideal candidate

• Experience installing CCTV, access control, or low-voltage security systems (required)
• Comfortable running structured cabling and working with basic networking concepts (IP addressing, switches, PoE)
• Valid BC driver's license with a clean driving record
• Comfortable working at heights and in a variety of site conditions
• Strong attention to detail and pride in clean, professional workmanship
• Good communication skills and a customer-first attitude
• Able to work independently and manage time on multi-stop days
• Security license or willingness to obtain one is an asset
• Security Systems Technician Course at BCIT (Preferred)
• Low-Voltage TQ certification is an asset, but not required

About Blackbird Tech Solutions

Blackbird Tech Solutions is the technology outlet of Blackbird Security, a Vancouver-based security integration and managed monitoring company licensed under the BC Security Business License and registered with WorkSafeBC. We design, install, and monitor security systems - cameras, access control, and alarm/intrusion systems - for commercial and residential clients throughout Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

Our Business is Protecting Yours.

If you take pride in quality installation work and want to grow with a company that's investing in its people and its technology, we'd like to hear from you.