Electronic Security Technician (Job Number: 1607)

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

5 sick days

10 standard holidays

Health benefits from day one

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is looking for a qualified Electronic Security Technician to join their federal team in Norfolk, VA. The role involves installation and maintenance of security systems to ensure safety in critical facilities.

The technician will work primarily day shifts with flexible start times, and is eligible for extensive benefits from the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and servicing commercial electronic security systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain commercial Electronic Security Systems.
• Assist with programming and setup of security systems.
• Conduct user training on installed systems.

Skills

Installation of electronic security systems

Troubleshooting and repairing systems

Effective communication skills

Ability to read blueprints and diagrams

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a commercial or industrial Electronic Security Technician to join our federal team based in Norfolk, VA.

At Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS), we support the nation's most critical facilities and help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.

Location: Norfolk, VA. All work is based at one federal government site in the area. No additional travel required.

Pay range: $25.00 - $38.00 per hour, negotiable based on experience. Shift: Primarily day shift, flexible start time between 7:00‑8:00 am and 4:00‑5:00 pm, Monday‑Friday.

Benefits

Eligible for benefits on the first day of employment.

Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total).

Responsibilities

• Conduct primarily installation work with some maintenance and service of commercial Electronic Security Systems (ESS) to include, but not limited to, access controls, intrusion detection, and camera systems. Specific systems include Genetec, SoftwareHouse C‑cure 9000, Lenel, DMP, Bosch, Exacqvision, MDI and American Dynamics.
• Install security devices and infrastructure in accordance with the installation plan, national electric code, company, and customer guidelines.
• Assist with security system programming and setup.
• Conduct testing to ensure proper operation of equipment after installation or repairs.
• Conduct testing of system to the signal‑receiving center to properly establish service.
• Coordinate installations with police/fire departments and handle necessary records for notification of emergency calls.
• Help prepare estimates in accordance with prescribed instructions or directions from supervisor.
• Conduct end‑user training.
• Work safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property, loss of unused materials and clean up installation debris.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience installing, inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing commercial and/or industrial integrated/electronic security systems for complex low voltage intrusion, access control, CCTV and digital recording systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, while establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Capability to use hand and power tools to properly mount and secure equipment.
• Works well unsupervised and as part of a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance required (background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check).

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency working with Softwarehouse C‑cure 9000, Genetech, and/or Lenel.
• Proficiency working with commercial and/or industrial camera systems. Experience with Bosch, MDI, and/or American Dynamics preferred.

Preferred Education

• Softwarehouse C‑Cure 9000, Lenel, and/or Genetech certified.

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.

Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems).