Security Systems Tech 2

Sciens Building Solutions; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Paid time off plan

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Company cell phone

Laptop

Vehicle

Career development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Security Systems Technician to design, program, commission, and troubleshoot modern access control, CCTV, and voice/data networks. You will collaborate with the sales team, field project staff, and clients to ensure flawless installation and commissioning of security solutions.

The role requires hands-on programming, system testing, and customer acceptance, with adherence to safety policies and timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years in a building security systems technician role.
• Knowledge of access control, CCTV, and voice/data systems.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range security systems.
• Intermediate computer skills for installation and programming software.
• OSHA 10 certification is a plus and preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales for project execution.
• Install, program, and commission access control, CCTV, and voice/data systems via laptops.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Program, commission, and obtain customer acceptance; perform troubleshooting.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Assist in inventory oversight and provide guidance to other technicians.
• Demonstrate operation of equipment to customers and respond to system signals.
• Coordinate with onsite contractors and follow safety policies.

Skills

Access control

CCTV

Voice systems

Data systems

Programming

Troubleshooting

OSHA 10

Read drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manufacturer programming platforms

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Security Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities and experience. This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure a sound design, and seamless installation and commissioning of our security system solutions. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface requires a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are important elements of the position.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales departments for successful project execution. Install, program, and commission access control, CCTV, and voice and data systems via laptop computers. Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity. Responsible for programming, commissioning, and final acceptance by customers, engineering forms and end users. Perform troubleshooting and enact effective resolution. Deliver projects on schedule and within cost budgets. Assist in the oversight of project and vehicle inventory. Provide support, guidance, and expertise to other technicians. Demonstrate proper operation of equipment and control units to customers, including instructions and how to respond to any system signals. Communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors. Comply with industry standard procedures and Sciens safety programs/policies.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to five (2-5) years of experience in a technician role within the building security systems industry.
• Knowledge of current security systems including access control, CCTV, and voice and data systems.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range security systems.
• Intermediate computer knowledge related to use, installation, and programming software.
• Independent ability to program the security system manufacturer’s product platform(s).
• Ability to terminate security control units and field equipment with minimal supervision.
• State, local, contract, and/or product specific certifications determined by the business.
• Ability to read security system design drawings.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and able to obtain OSHA 10 certification.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Be physically fit to perform the demanding work of the trade, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, maximum occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; able to work from heights and climb ladders; standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.

WHAT WE’RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $35-$55 per hour, final offer based on experience

Thank you for considering a career with Sciens Building Solutions! We’re excited about your interest in joining our team and look forward to learning more about you. “Sciens” is Latin for “knowledgeable and skilled.” We take that definition to heart by using our collective experience to do meaningful work in the world—protect people and property through sophisticated life safety, security, communication and electrical systems.