Security Systems Technican

Sciens Building Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off & holidays

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

SciensBuilding Solutions is seeking an experienced Security Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities. This role collaborates with sales, field project teams, and clients to ensure sound design and seamless installation of security system solutions.

Responsibilities include reviewing layouts, installing and programming access control, CCTV, and voice/data systems; producing field surveys and logs; ensuring customer acceptance; and maintaining schedules

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years experience as a technician in building security systems.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales for project success.
• Install, program, and commission access control, CCTV, and voice/data systems via laptop.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Program, commission, and obtain customer acceptance.
• Troubleshoot issues and resolve effectively.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Assist in overseeing project and vehicle inventory.

Skills

Access control

CCTV

Programming

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Communication

OSHA 10

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laptop computer

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

SciensBuilding Solutionsis seeking anexperiencedSecurity SystemsTechnicianwithprogramming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilitiesand 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 oursecurity systemsolutions. Thisis a key position for our growing teamandrequires attention to detail in all aspects ofexecuting projects. Customer andemployee interfacerequiresa high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are importantelementsof 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 endusers.

• 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) yearsof 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.