Senior Installation Technician

Kandor Management Corporation; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A security solutions provider in Burnaby is looking for an experienced technician to lead installations and mentor junior staff. The role involves providing technical expertise for CCTV, card access, and intrusion systems. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work on-site while adhering to safety standards. A clean driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Full understanding of electrical drawings.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Installation and integration of various security systems.
• Mentor junior installation technicians.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation.

Skills

Installation of CCTV Systems

Technical troubleshooting

Fluent in English

Understanding of electrical drawings

Knowledge of network configurations

Ability to use power tools

Ability to mentor others

Tools

Multimeters

Network testers

PCs

Power tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

On-Site Leadership & Technical Execution (80%)

• Installation of CCTV Systems, Card Access Systems, Intrusion systems, Analogue and VOIP intercom systems, EMT / PVC / Wiremold Conduit, Automatic Gate Controls, Magnetic Locks, Electric Strikes and Structured Cabling.
• Integration of Door Operators, Overhead Doors, Intrusion Systems with Card Access Systems and CCTV with Card Access Systems.
• Software installation and upgrades
• Working off ladders, scissor lifts, boom trucks
• Attend and participate in site meetings
• Coordinate with other trades on job sites
• Networking / Computers, setting up Dynamic DNS, LAN, WAN, DHCP, TCP / IP Networks and configuring network router which would include firewall rules and port forwarding
• Project close out documentation
• Fill out test / commissioning reports, deficiency reports, and work orders
• Project test / commissioning reports
• Follow strict health and safety measures

Mentorship & Team Leadership (20%)

• Mentor and guide junior installation technicians through hands-on training and technical coaching
• Serve as a technical lead on complex or high-profile projects
• Act as a subject matter expert on system design, integration, and best practices
• Participate in 24 / 7 on-call rotation to support critical system issues and emergencies
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure project timelines, scope, and quality are met

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Fluent in English (both verbal and written)
• Full understanding of electrical drawings and the ability to install cable and devices based on them
• Strong knowledge of electronics devices and strong troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of Excel to import / export data
• Ability to use test equipment including but not limited to multimeters, network testers, network scanners
• Ability to use power tools such as jig saws, grinders, Dremel's, large concrete hammer drills
• Ability to complete jobs in timely manner to meet targeted deadlines
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Having the following Training Certificates is an asset :

• ICT GX & ICT WX
• Genetec Security Center
• Avigilon ACC and ACM
• DSC – Intrusion
• Keyscan Aurora
• Kantech Corporate / Global
• Electrified Hardware, Electric Latch Retraction Devices
• Milestone
• Exacqvision
• Boom / Scissor Lift
• WHMIS
• Working at Heights