Security System Installer

Cherokee Federal; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking an experienced Security Electronics Technician III for remote work, local to Boston, MA. The role requires active Dept.

of Treasury clearance or ability to obtain one, and focuses on installing, maintaining, and repairing integrated electronic security systems including VSS, ACS, and IDS. The position includes responsibilities from planning and provisioning to on-site maintenance, inventory control, and customer-facing guidance.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3+ years of experience in government or commercial installations and locations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and training in circuitry and electronics basics, wiring connections, fiber optic cabling and connections, Video Surveillance (VSS), Access Control (ACS), Intrusion Detection (IDS), CAT6 cabling runs and troubleshooting.
• Experience in installation, maintenance, upgrade, and support of ACS, IDS and VSS hardware/software.
• Experience installing 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 from technical school or vendor certifications.
• Must be skilled in 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, procure, install, and maintain on-site security systems, including IDS testing.
• Inventory control of electronic security equipment and updates.
• Provide technical guidance to team and customer.
• Electrical troubleshooting and camera installation.
• Follow layout sheets and manufacturer guidance.
• Document work orders and monthly reports.
• Occasional overtime.
• Process customer-requested work orders and reports weekly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Video Surveillance

Access Control

Intrusion Detection

Electrical Troubleshooting

Fiber Optic Cabling

Cable Wiring

Education

GED Required

Tools

Identiv

Hirsch

Bosch

Honeywell

Exacq

Digital Multimeters

Toner Tracer

Lineman Handset

Job description

This position requires an active Department of Treasury clearance or the ability to obtain a Department of Treasury clearance to be considered.

***Position is Remote, must be local to the Boston, MA area***

We are seeking an experienced Electronic Tech with mandatory experience in Video Surveillance Systems (VSS), Access Control Systems (ACS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) systems 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.

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Security Electronics Technician III: $36.00 to $40.00 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.

Security Electronics Technician III Responsibilities Include:

• 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.

Security Electronics Technician III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• 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.

Company Information

Cherokee Federal Solutions (CFS) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CFS is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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• Security Electronics Supervisor
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• Systems Specialist
• Advanced

Legal Disclaimer: 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.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.