Installation Security Technician

Imperial Surveillance, Inc; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Continued education and training opportunities

Company work vehicles

Company laptops and tablets

Employee discount

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Imperial Surveillance, Inc in Arlington Heights seeks an experienced Security System Technician for installations in the Chicagoland area. Responsibilities include on-site installation and programming of CCTV, access control, intercoms, alarms, and low voltage systems.

Applicants should have at least 2 years in the relevant installations and a valid driver's license. Competitive pay ranging from $25-$35 per hour, along with benefits including health, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in CCTV installation or service.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Access Control installation or service.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in burglar and/or fire alarm installation or service.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy materials, up to 50 pounds.
• Driver's license is required.
• Experience with door hardware including electrified strikes and locks.

Responsibilities

• On-site installation and programming of security systems.
• Instillation of cable management infrastructure.
• Complete installation of security systems to customer satisfaction.
• Train customers on installed systems.
• Maintain professional customer relationships.

Skills

CCTV installation or service

Access Control installation or service

Burglar and or fire alarm installation or service

Cabling and infrastructure

Professionalism

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

Imperial Surveillance is looking to add an experienced Security System Technicians to install systems in the Chicagoland area. The Security System Technician position entails going onsite to install CCTV, Access Control, Intercom, Alarms, and other low voltage systems. You will be working independently and in Teams in the field. As an Install Technician, you will be working in many different environments and be required to use power tools, lifts, ladders, and other equipment in a safe and professional manner.

Imperial Surveillance is a Full-Service Licensed Security company that specializes in Video Surveillance, Access Control, Alarm Systems, Fire Alarms, Intercoms, Cyber Solutions, and other Low Voltage Systems. Our company has always focused on creating new technology; motivated to create what is yet to exist. We are proud to be a large family-owned business where there is huge potential for continued growth with intentions of adding more locations soon. Come be inspired and join our team of talented extraordinary professionals!

Security System Technician Responsibilities:

• On-site installation and programming of CCTV, access control, intercoms, alarms, and other low voltage equipment.
• Instillation of cable management infrastructure including J Hooks, Bridal Rings, Conduit, Raceways, Cable Trays, Ladder Racks, etc.
• Complete installation of security systems including running wires, labeling, connections/terminations, and mounting of equipment in a satisfactory manner for both customer and contractual requirements.
• On-site training with customers to ensure complete understanding of systems installed.
• Building and maintaining professional customer relationships.

Required Qualifications / Skills:

• CCTV installation or service: 2 years (Required).
• Access Control installation or service: 2 years (Required).
• Burglar and or fire alarm installation or service: 2 years (Required).
• Cabling and infrastructure: 2 years (Required).
• Lifting and carrying heavy materials, up to 50 pounds.
• A driver’s license is required.
• Use ladders safely and climb up to 24 ft.
• Experience with door hardware including electrified strikes and magnetic locks.
• Intercom installation and programming.
• Understanding of networks including LAN and WAN.
• Understanding of low voltage electrical circuits and relay logic.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Professionalism and the ability to maintain customer relationships.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving experience.
• Ability to perform all tasks in a professional and safe manner.
• Electrical experience is a plus.
• Fiber optics experience is a plus.

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$25-$35 per hour

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Continued education and opportunities for growth including training and certification opportunities
• Company work vehicles
• Company laptops and tablets
• Employee discount
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• CCTV installation or service: 2 years (Required).
• Access control installation or service: 2 years (Required)
• Burglar and or fire alarm installation or service: 2 years (Required)
• Cabling and infrastructure: 2 years (Required)
• Electrical experience is a plus.
• Fiber optics experience is a plus.