Security Installation Technician

Digi Security Systems; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Full health benefits

Life insurance

Uniforms and gear

Job summary

Digi Security Systems in Dallas, TX is hiring an Installation Technician to join our security installation team. You will perform skilled cabling and installation of access control, CCTV and intrusion systems and help supervise others on projects.

Candidates must have at least 1 year of cabling/wiring experience in a commercial setting. We offer paid training, competitive hourly rates ($20+ to $27/hour BOE) and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of cabling/wiring experience, preferably with access control, CCTV and burglar alarms in a commercial setting.
• Ability to read and understand project documentation and work orders.
• Willingness to work at heights and use ladders/lifts safely.

Responsibilities

• Install cabling, access control components, CCTV and intrusion systems to professional standards.
• Safely operate hand tools and manage on-site inventory and safety protocols.
• Document work progress and enter data for compliance.
• Communicate with project team and customers to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Cabling

Access control

CCTV

Safety

Team support

Tools

Hilti tools

Job description

Digi Security Systems is an industry leader in the design, installation and support of custom video surveillance, electronic access control, and intrusion detection solutions for companies of all sizes. We\'ve built our reputation on innovation and reliable service, and we\'re known as the industry experts!

Position Overview

We are seeking an Installation Technician to join our operations in the Dallas, TX area. This person will be responsible for performing skilled security system installations and assisting with supervising others with access control and CCTV installation. This individual must have at least 1 year of experience in cabling/wiring, ideally in installing and servicing Access Control, CCTV, and Burglar Alarms in a commercial setting. We provide ample paid training and professional development opportunities for our technicians.

Digi\'s hourly rates are structured based on skill set. The below base rates are negotiable based on tenure/level of experience:

• Cabling Technicians (some commercial cabling knowledge): $20+ /hour BOE
• Experienced Technicians (cabling and CCTV knowledge): $24 - $27 /hour BOE

Main Responsibilities

• Installation: Responsible for the professional installation of cabling, access control components, CCTV systems, and motion/intrusion/alarm systems. Lead by example by upholding the highest installation standards in the industry, and is expected to hold their team accountable to professional standards.
• Hand Tools and Inventory: Safely operate various hand tools, work at heights on ladders and lifts, keep accurate truck inventory, and maintain safety standards on-site and off.
• Documentation: Perform computer program entry as required and prepare documentation for the purpose of providing written support in compliance with regulations and/or conveying information.
• Communication: Respectfully communicates with all coworkers and Project Lead on daily progress and documents all necessary information.
• Work Planning: Responsible for reading and understanding technical drawings, assigned project documentation and work orders including scope of work.
• Customer Service: Consistently communicate with the Project Coordinator, Branch Manager, and customers to ensure complete customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• 30 hours PTO plus 2 weeks vacation accrual rates during 1st year of employment
• 3 weeks vacation accrual rate after 1st year of employment
• 7 company-wide paid holidays
• On-call and Travel pay bonuses
• 401k plan w/corporate matching structure
• Full health benefits: medical, dental and vision
• Included life insurance, additional available for purchase
• Accident/critical illness insurance available for purchase
• Full set of Hilti tools and consumables paid for by company
• Company laptop, company phone, uniforms and gear
• Yearly stipend for steel-toed boots and work pants
• Overtime and bonus pay

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work from ladders or man lifts at extended heights.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be comfortable standing for long periods of time and complete overhead work for long periods of time.
• Must have a current, valid driver\'s license in the state of which you are applying and have the ability to meet our company driving standards.

Disclaimer: This job description is not all encompassing of job responsibilities and is not in any way a binding document. It does not affect the at will nature of employment at Digi Security Systems.