Electronic Technician I

Chenega Security; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Security is seeking an Electronic Technician I to assist with the installation, setup, and basic maintenance of electronic security systems, including low-voltage, surveillance, and access control technologies at customer sites. Working under the guidance of senior technicians, you will contribute to successful deployments of security technologies.

The role emphasizes learning on the job, supporting cable pulling, terminations, testing, device mounting, and blueprint interpretation to

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D along with reading, writing, and analytic skills.
• Must be able to speak, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Active Secret clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparations for cable pulling.
• Assist in cable pulling (i.e. 18-2, RG 6, Cat5e, Fiber Optics).
• Assist in cable terminations (i.e. butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC).
• Assist in cable testing (i.e. VOM, Continuity tester, TDR, OTDR).
• Assist in mounting devices (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Locate field devices on a blueprint and interpret mounting details for installation.
• Identify cables and connectors types and usages; assist in raceways and pathways.
• Repair and maintain electronic security system equipment.

Skills

Electrical basics

Low-voltage systems

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Electronic Technician I supports Chenega’s mission by assisting with the installation, setup, and basic maintenance of electronic security systems and related equipment. Working under the guidance of senior technicians, this entry‑level role contributes to the successful deployment of low‑voltage, surveillance, access control, and security technologies across customer sites.

**This recruitment is intended to establish a qualified candidate pipeline for current and future vacancies**

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparations for cable pulling.
• Assist in cable pulling (i.e. 18-2, RG 6, Cat5e, Fiber Optics).
• Assist in cable terminations. (i.e. butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC).
• Assist in cable testing. (i.e. VOM, Continuity tester, TDR, OTDR).
• Assist in mounting devices. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Locate TSS field devices on a blueprint. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Accurately interpret elevation & mounting details on a blueprint to install field devices.
• Identify the differences between ESS codes and standards to complete a given task. (i.e. pulling cables, mounting field devices, terminating cables).
• Identify different types of cables and their usages. (i.e. Cable Markings, Class 2 & 3, Communication, Plenum, Shielded, High Performance).
• Identify different types of connectors and their usages. (i.e. butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC).
• Assist in installing raceways and pathways.
• Assist in simple conduit bends as needed. (i.e. 90 & Off sets to connect head end devices).
• Assist in terminating devices. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Repair and maintain electronic security system equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D along with reading, writing, and analytic skills.
• Must be able to speak, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Active Secret clearance is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in the following areas: Apprenticeship Core Curriculum, Apprenticeship Level One Curriculum, OSHA 10, Ethic Training, First Aid/CPR, Powder Actuated Tools, VA DCJS.
• Prior experience in construction and or electronic security work preferred.
• OEM Electronic Security System certifications are a plus, but not required for this position.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 85 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $35.18/Hr.