Lead Technician

CBX Solutions Recruiting Team; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Technician will install, configure and commission access control devices, CCTV cameras, NVRs and related security systems on site in new build and retrofit projects. You will lead a small crew, coordinate tasks with Project Managers and Field Supervisors, and ensure milestones are met.

This role requires hands-on experience with low voltage cabling, documentation, safety compliance and end-user training, with certifications in multiple VMS and access control systems.

Qualifications

• Hold certification in at least two VMS systems.
• Hold certification in at least two access control systems.
• Minimum one year of basic configuration experience with physical security systems.
• Certificate from at least one camera manufacturer.
• OSHA-10 certification held and maintained.
• Two years as a Field Technician or equivalent.
• Pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Onsite tasking of resources to meet project milestones established by the Project Manager.
• Install various access control devices and electrified door hardware.
• Install and connect access control panels, power supplies and control equipment.
• Install and program CCTV; analog and IP cameras.
• Install and program NVRs and VMS platforms.
• Install cable and pathway systems to support security systems.
• Lead a field technician team and coordinate with project managers.
• Maintain installation deadlines and ensure quality control.
• Ensure safety on the job site and conduct end-user training.
• Participate in project commissioning and testing; assist with final documentation.

Skills

Lead installation crew

Low voltage principles

Customer communication

Project planning

Team coordination

Education

Two VMS certifications

Two access control certifications

OSHA-10 certification

Camera manufacturer training certificate

Tools

VMS platforms

CCTV systems

NVR configuration

Job description

The Lead Technician will be responsible for installation, termination and configuration, without direct supervision, of access control devices, such as: card readers, request to exits, electrified door hardware, access control panels, analog and IP cameras, camera servers (NVR), power supplies, cable pathway systems and various cable that includes but is not limited to: twisted pair cable, low voltage cable and coax. They will be directly responsible for onsite tasking of Field Technicians and Installers to meet the project milestones set by the Project Managers and Field Supervisors. Installations are performed in both new construction and retrofit scenarios in a variety of environments.

Essential Functions

• Onsite tasking of resources to meet project milestones established by the Project Manager
• Install various access control devices and electrified door hardware
• Install and connect access control panels, power supplies and control equipment
• Install and program various CCTV; analog and IP cameras
• Install and program various types of NVR's and VMS platforms
• Install cable and pathway systems to support security systems
• Work in a team environment under project manager, leading a group of field technicians
• Maintain installation deadlines
• Be accountable for the daily time entries of all crew members
• Maintain a high level of quality control
• Ensure safety on the job site
• Perform end-user training
• Participate in project commissioning and testing
• Assist in the enforcement of standards related to final documentation
• Attend trades meetings at construction sites as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold and retain certification in at least two VMS systems
• Hold and retain certification in at least two access control system
• Have a minimum one year of experience of basic configuration of physical security systems
• Have attended training for at least one camera manufacturer and received certificate
• Hold and retain the OSHA-10 certificate
• Have served as a Field Technician (or equal) for a minimum of two years
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively lead and plan work days an installation crew of two to four workers
• Demonstrated proficiency in low voltage principles (ohm's law, load calculations, metering, etc.)
• Ability to effectively communicate with customer IT and Facilities staff