Lead Security Systems Technician

Premise One; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Premise One is seeking a Lead Technician in Orlando, Florida. This role involves the oversight of complete installations while supervising other technicians. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in AV, Security, Access Control, or Infrastructure Cabling, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

The successful applicant will be responsible for leading project teams, conducting site walks, and understanding technical schematics. This is a dynamic position that may require travel and working overtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in AV, Security, Access Control, or Infrastructure Cabling.
• Verifiable experience in leading a project team.
• Must be able to travel as needed for assigned customer accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct technicians on project installations.
• Conduct daily prework site walks and safety toolbox talks.
• Understand blueprints, schematics, and line diagrams.

Skills

AV, Security, Access Control, or Infrastructure Cabling experience

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Project leadership and reporting

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalency

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

The Lead Technician is responsible for oversight of complete installation as directed by the Field Superintendent and/or Project Manager. Must be proficient in all technician duties in addition to supervision and direction of Premise One Technicians.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Have the ability to lead and direct technicians
• Have the ability to execute project plans while maintaining quality assurance and schedule
• Able to conduct daily prework site walks and safety toolbox talks
• Ability to understand blueprints, schematics, and line diagrams
• Security device and panel wiring to include card readers, door contacts, electrified locks and head end panel terminations
• Install, aim & focus full CCTV solutions
• Understand troubleshooting philosophies and procedures
• Record notes and pictures in support of daily progress reports
• Planning/Installing network infrastructure category cable, fiber, and coax cable
• Installing support and pathway structures, ladder racks, j-hooks, cable trays, rack, cabinets, and fire penetrations
• Organizing and dressing backbone, closets, and labeling schemes
• Proficient in testing cable & fiber
• Understand commissioning and tuning philosophies for Security, Audio, Visual and Infrastructure Cabling
• Knowledge of current ANSI/TIA/EIA Telecommunication Standards (568, 559, 606, etc.) and all other applicable standards (manufacture, etc.) and codes (NEC, etc.)
• Rack and stack work, closet work, putting together server racks, patch panels

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in AV, Security, Access Control, or Infrastructure Cabling
• Verifiable experience in leading a project team and reporting back to a Foreman/Project Manager
• Must have basic hand tools to successfully perform a project
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with industry tools and equipment
• Review drawings/blueprints and other customer related documents to successfully manage all projects
• Must be able to travel, as needed for assigned customer accounts
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skill Requirements

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project)
• Competent problem-solving ability with strong mathematical and communication skills
• Must be willing to travel, as needed for assigned customer accounts
• Ability to handle physical workload as related to daily responsibilities
• Must be willing to work overtime
• Must be willing to work weekends
• Must be willing to work out of town