Physical Security Technician

Bright Minds; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Fleet / Fuel Card

Cell Phone

Laptop

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is seeking a Regional Physical Security Technician in Joliet, IL. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing and configuring security systems, including access control and surveillance systems. With 3-5 years of relevant experience, you'll lead a team while maintaining strong client relationships. Benefits include a company vehicle and competitive pay ranging from $35 to $42 per hour. To apply, please submit your resume to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience designing, installing, and configuring physical security systems.
• Ability to configure and deploy access control, surveillance systems, and physical security platforms.
• Experience leading and mentoring a team of physical security technicians.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various locations to install and service security systems.
• Partner with clients for new installations and system servicing.
• Maintain a clean driving record and pass background check.

Skills

Strong knowledge of LenelS2

Experience installing physical security systems

Strong communication skills

Ability to read blueprints

Tools

LenelS2

DMP

Bosch

Genetec

Milestone

Axis

Job description

Regional Physical Security Technician

Bright Minds' leading technology services client is searching for an experienced Physical Security Technician to join their fast‑growing team in the Chicago area. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience installing and configuring LenelS2, DMP, Bosch, Genetec, Milestone or Axis products for physical security systems including access control systems (power supplies, control boards, electromechanical locking, and cabling), IP video systems (cable, coaxial and network cameras, network switches), powered pedestrian door operators and sliders, vehicle gate systems, audio systems, and turnstiles. This is a client‑facing role so strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills are key.

In this position you will travel to various distribution centers, hospitals, banks, and enterprise environments and partner with clients for new installations and servicing access control, surveillance, and large security systems in the Greater Chicago and surrounding areas.

Salary: $35.00 - $42.00/hr Full Time + Overtime + Benefits

Location: Chicago (Joliet), IL

Key Benefits:

• Company Vehicle, Fleet / Fuel Card, Cell Phone, and Laptop provided.

Requirements for the Regional Physical Security Technician:

• 3-5+ years of experience designing, installing, and configuring physical security systems
• Strong knowledge and experience with LenelS2, DMP, Bosch, Genetec, Milestone, or Axis products and solutions
• LenelS2 or other security certifications are highly desired
• Ability to configure and deploy access control, surveillance systems, and physical security platforms such as Lenel, DMP, Bosch, Genetec, Avigilon, etc.
• Experience and desire to lead, manage, and mentor a team of junior- to mid‑level physical security technicians
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams

*Must pass a background check and maintain a clean driving record (no DUIs or serious violations in the last three years)

To apply, please submit your resume to [e-mail].