Lead Technician

Cook & Boardman, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook & Boardman, LLC is seeking a Lead Technician to install and configure access control devices, CCTV and NVRs on site. You will coordinate field technicians, meet project milestones, and ensure quality and safety on diverse construction environments.

You will require multiple certifications in VMS and access control, plus OSHA-10 and field experience. Travel to various sites and strong coordination with project managers are essential.

Qualifications

• Two VMS system certifications.
• Two access control system certifications.
• Minimum one year of basic configuration experience with physical security systems.
• Certificate from training for at least one camera manufacturer.
• OSHA-10 certification.
• Two years as a Field Technician or equivalent.
• Successful pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Onsite tasking of resources to meet project milestones.
• Install 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 cables and pathways to support security systems.
• Lead a field technician team under project manager.
• Maintain installation deadlines.
• Maintain daily time entries for crew.
• Uphold high quality control on installations.
• Ensure job site safety at all times.
• Perform end-user training on systems.
• Participate in project commissioning and testing.
• Assist in final documentation standards enforcement.
• Attend construction trades meetings as needed.

Skills

Lead and plan installation crew

Low voltage principles

Customer IT/Facilities communication

Coordinate with other trades

IP camera installation proficiency

Credential technologies expertise

Education

OSHA-10 certificate

Tools

VMS system certifications

Access control system certifications

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
• Ability to effectively coordinate with other trades
• Demonstrated proficiency in the installation, termination and configuration of IP camera technology, controller hardware, power supplies, door hardware and credential technologies
• Competency in the principles and concepts of physical security systems and demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge in the field

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is required to stand, kneel, crouch, stoop, use hands to handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms for more than two-thirds of the working day. Walking and talking or hearing are required for approximately one-third of the working day. This role requires frequent lifting of items weighing 25-50 pounds and occasional lifting of items exceeding 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This position regularly operates in construction sites, warehouses, and shop environments. Conditions include proximity to forklifts and other heavy machinery and the use of various tools and hardware. Employees are subject to frequent heavy lifting and may be required to travel to project sites. Employees may be exposed to variable weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to fulfill the essential functions of the role. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws.