Security Technician

ABLE COMMUNICATIONS INC; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ABLE COMMUNICATIONS INC is seeking a security technician in Grand Prairie, TX for a full-time role. The position involves installing and maintaining CCTV, access control, and alarm systems, with emphasis on troubleshooting and ensuring system reliability.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and relevant technical certifications; experience in security systems is preferred. On-site work with potential travel to multiple job sites is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications in security systems preferred.
• Experience as a security technician or in a related technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CCTV, access control, alarm systems, and related devices.
• Diagnose issues and implement corrective actions.
• Read technical drawings and system documentation to support installation and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate activities with Project Managers, customers, and contractors to support project schedules.
• Maintain accurate work orders, installation records, and maintenance activity reports.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
• Communicate professionally with customers and stakeholders; provide high level of service.
• Travel to various job sites as required.

Skills

Security systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical basics

Education

High school diploma

Technical certifications (security/electronics)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Legal Address - GRAND PRAIRIE, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Position Summary

Principal Accountabilities

• Install, configure, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain security systems and equipment, including CCTV, access control, alarm systems, and related devices.
• Diagnose technical issues and system deficiencies; identify root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, specifications, and system documentation to support installation and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate installation and service activities with Project Managers, Supervisors, customers, contractors, and other trades to support project schedules and successful system delivery.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including work orders, installation records, diagrams, inspection reports, service records, and maintenance activities.
• Apply knowledge of basic electrical and electronic principles, security technologies, testing equipment, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Maintain current knowledge of security technology, industry standards, applicable building codes, safety practices, and evolving system requirements.
• Follow company, OSHA, and job-site safety procedures, including safe work practices when working with electrical systems, equipment, ladders, and other job-site hazards.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with customers, coworkers, contractors, and other project stakeholders and provide a high level of customer service.
• Work independently and collaboratively while effectively prioritizing tasks, managing time, and meeting project schedules and deadlines.
• Use computers, security software, testing equipment, hand tools, and other technology required to perform the position.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to various job sites as required.
• Adapt to changing priorities and learn new technologies, equipment, software, and processes as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Education, Experience, and Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications in security systems, electronics, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience as a security technician or in a related technical field preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.