Security Systems Technician

Insight Global; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Security Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities. You will work with sales and project teams to ensure sound design and seamless installation of security system solutions.

Responsibilities include installing, programming, and commissioning access control, CCTV, and voice/data systems; producing field surveys and logs; coordinating with onsite teams; testing with customer reps; and ensuring

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current security systems including access control, CCTV, and voice and data systems.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range to complex security systems.
• Advanced 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 without supervision.
• State, local, contract, and/or product specific certifications determined by the business.
• Ability to read security system design drawings for installation and programming purposes.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and able to obtain OSHA 10 certification.
• Customer-focused; skilled in project and people management.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, and commission access control, CCTV, and voice and data systems via laptop computers.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Review system layouts and coordination with engineering, project management, and sales departments for successful project execution.
• Demonstrate proper operation of equipment to customers, including instructions and how to respond to any system signals.
• Make field decisions related to installation of items such as audible and visual notification and detection placement.
• Interact with owner’s representative for testing and to resolve minor issues related to a security system final test.
• Comply with industry standard procedures and Sciens safety programs/policies.

Skills

Access control

CCTV systems

Programming & commissioning

Troubleshooting

Customer focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Security system software

Field programming tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior 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.

Day to Day

• 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 complex troubleshooting and enact effective resolution.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Manage project and vehicle inventory.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to other technicians.
• Communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors.
• Interact with the owner’s representative for testing and to resolve any minor issues related to a security system final test.
• Review system layouts and coordination with engineering, project management, and sales departments for successful project execution.
• Demonstrate proper operation of equipment and control units to customers, including instructions and how to respond to any system signals.
• Make field decisions related to the installation of items such as audible and visual notification and detection placement.
• Comply with industry standard procedures and Sciens safety programs/policies.

Take ownership of onsite project(s) including safety, quality, and performance.

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Skills and Requirements

Senior - 3-5 years of expereince

$47/hr

Junior 1-2 years of experience

$30-35/hr

High school diploma or equivalent

• Knowledge of current security systems including access control, CCTV, and voice and data systems.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range to complex security systems.
• Advanced 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 without supervision.
• State, local, contract, and/or product specific certifications determined by the business.
• Ability to read security system design drawings for installation and programming purposes.
• 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.
• Customer-focused; skilled in project and people management.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.
• 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.