Lead Access Control & Security Systems Tech

KCI, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Telecommunications is seeking a Lead Access Control / Security Systems Technician to lead a crew on site in the Charleston, SC market. You will install access control, security cameras, and low-voltage cabling, while mentoring junior technicians to stay on schedule and maintain quality.

You’ll read project drawings, coordinate with the Foreman and PM, and ensure safety and neat installations across indoor and outdoor job sites. travel within the Charleston region is required.

Qualifications

• 3 5+ years of relevant low-voltage, access control, security, or structured cabling experience
• Prior experience as a lead, or leading or mentoring other technicians, strongly preferred
• Hands-on security camera and door access installation experience required
• Structured cabling experience is a plus
• Strong ability to read and interpret project drawings and installation plans
• Ability to use standard hand and power tools associated with low-voltage installation
• Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor environments
• Ability to travel to project sites throughout the Charleston region
• Reliable transportation required
• Ability to work primarily first shift, with flexibility when project schedules require it

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of technicians on-site: assign daily tasks, track progress, and keep installs on schedule
• Install and mount security cameras and associated equipment
• Install door access and access control systems
• Perform low-voltage and structured cabling installation as required
• Pull, route, dress, and terminate cabling
• Support inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) installations
• Assist with physical security and perimeter security system installations
• Perform camera aiming and adjustments as required
• Quality-check installs, terminations, and camera aiming before handoff
• Read and follow project drawings, installation plans, and site requirements, and walk the crew through them
• Mentor and support developing technicians in the field
• Communicate progress, issues, and material needs to the Foreman and PM
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, and model safe work practices for the crew

Skills

Leadership

Low-voltage

Access control

Cabling

Security cameras

Read drawings

Tools & PPE

Travel availability

Tools

Cable pulling

Structured cabling

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

KCI Telecommunications is seeking a Lead Access Control / Security Systems Technician to lead a crew on site in the Charleston, SC market. You will install access control, security cameras, and low-voltage cabling, while mentoring junior technicians to stay on schedule and maintain quality.

You’ll read project drawings, coordinate with the Foreman and PM, and ensure safety and neat installations across indoor and outdoor job sites. travel within the Charleston region is required.