Security Electronics Technician III

Cherokee Federal; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is looking for a Security Electronics Technician III in Orlando, Florida. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Video Surveillance Systems, Access Control Systems, and Intrusion Detection Systems. Responsibilities include installation, maintenance, and technical support for integrated security solutions.

This full‑time position offers a starting hourly salary ranging from $27.00 to $30.00, with full benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision. An active Department of Treasury clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in government or commercial installations.
• Experience in VSS, ACS and IDS hardware/software.
• Ability to lift or move items up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute installations and maintenance of security systems.
• Document and close work orders as required.
• Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting to team members.

Skills

Video Surveillance Systems (VSS)

Access Control Systems (ACS)

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Basic wiring connections

MS Office Suite

Test equipment usage

Education

GED

Formal training in electronics or certifications

Tools

Digital multimeters

Lineman handset

Video test monitor

Job description

Security Electronics Technician III

Security Electronics Technician III requires an active Department of Treasury clearance or the ability to obtain one to be considered.

We are seeking an experienced Electronic Tech with mandatory experience in Video Surveillance Systems (VSS), Access Control Systems (ACS), and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to work closely with other members of the company's service team, engineering team, and directly with clients to install, maintain, and/or repair integrated electronic security systems.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $27.00 to $30.00 per hour. Pay commensurate with experience.

Full‑time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities

• Planning, procurement, installation, daily on‑site maintenance, upgrades, replacements, and preventive maintenance on all systems in addition to annual IDS testing.
• Inventory capture of all electronic security equipment and updating as equipment is added, upgraded, or removed.
• Providing technical assistance to other team members as well as acting as the technical expert to the customer to solve problems or provide general guidance.
• Electrical troubleshooting, device testing, installation of electronic components, surveillance camera installation and experience with software monitoring systems.
• Follow or refer to layout sheets, building plans, floor plans, circuit schematics and descriptions, and manufacturer's technical guidance.
• Documenting, scheduling, and closing work orders with detailed description of work completed.
• Occasional overtime required.
• Work orders will be created based on customer requests via email, phone, or text. Work orders and annual testing reports will be completed and then sent to the customer and PM weekly. All documentation shall be provided to the PM for each month's activity by the 1st of the following month. Expense reports will be completed on a weekly basis as needed.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities

• Approximately 3+ years of experience in government or commercial installations and locations preferred. Other skills described throughout this document.
• Demonstrated experience and training in the basics of circuitry and electronics, basic wiring connections, fiber optic cabling and connections, Video Surveillance (VSS), Access Control (ACS), Intrusion Detection (IDS), CAT6 cabling runs and troubleshooting.
• Experience in the installation, maintenance, upgrade, and support of a variety of systems such as ACS, IDS and VSS hardware/software.
• Demonstrated experience installing a wide variety of equipment including configuration of connections with centralized monitoring systems such as Identiv, Honeywell and Bosch preferred.
• Experience and formal training as a low voltage electrician a plus.
• Formal training in basics of electronics and circuitry either in technical school or certifications received during training classes from industry vendors.
• Must be skilled in the use of test equipment such as: digital multimeters, toner tracer, lineman handset and video test monitor.
• Certification as an installer of equipment such as Identiv/Hirsch, Software House, Bosch, Honeywell and Exacq.
• Ability to lift or move items up to 25 lbs.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain at least a Department of Treasury clearance.
• GED Required.
• Mandatory VSS, ACS and IDS experience.
• Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our affirmative action and equal opportunity employer statement, and accommodation request.