Security Technician

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

PowerComm Solutions in Reno, Nevada is seeking a Security Technician to join our team. You will lead and assist in all phases of security system implementation, work with project managers, and act as a technical expert for major client accounts.

The role requires an associate degree in Electronics and 3–5 years' experience installing and maintaining low voltage security systems, with certifications a plus. Strong communication and IT/networking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and/or other educational studies in Electronics.
• 3–5 years of experience installing, programming, commissioning, integrating, servicing and maintaining low voltage electronic security systems.
• Certifications in Lenel, Software House, Milestone, Genetec, Exacq, and Bosch are a plus.
• Excellent mechanical skills to install and maintain systems hardware.
• Proficient troubleshooting across application, hardware, and infrastructure levels.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, codes, and standards.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
• Proficient Microsoft Office aptitudes.
• Strong IT/Networking aptitude as it applies to electronics systems.
• Must clear a background/credit check, drug test, and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or participate in all phases of network-based security systems implementation life cycle: plan, organize, design, install, configure, integrate, test, commission, and support.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, submittals and product manuals to install and setup electronic systems.
• Assist Project Manager in coordinating and scheduling projects and allocating manpower.
• Work with Project Managers to ensure material and equipment are ordered and available timely.
• Perform Field Surveys to prepare accurate project estimates.
• Ensure as-built drawings are accurate and handed to drafting promptly.
• Act as customer liaison for operational activities.
• Maintain technical expertise and pursue training opportunities.
• Ensure safety compliance and site code adherence.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Teamwork

Problem solving

IT/Networking aptitude

Education

Associates degree in Electronics

Tools

Lenel

Software House

Milestone

Genetec

Exacq

Bosch

Job description

We are seeking an organized and motivated individual to fill our Security Technician position. Individual must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate has technical knowledge, problem solving skills, and proven experience working within a team environment. This position will work individually or as part of a project team depending on company work load at any given time. Reports directly to Operations Manager or Team Lead.

Positions Responsibilities:

PowerComm Solutions is seeking a Security Technician within our Reno, Nevada Office. Responsibilities include:

• Lead and/or participate in all phases of network based security systems implementation life cycle: plan, organize, design, install, configure, integrate, test, commission, and support (i.e. access control, camera surveillance systems, intrusion).
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals and product manuals to properly install and setup Electronic systems.
• Assist Project Manager in coordinating and scheduling projects of various sizes and allocating manpower.
• Work with Project Managers to ensure all material and equipment needed is ordered and available in a timely fashion.
• Perform Field Surveys to acquire all information needed to prepare accurate project estimates.
• Ensures as-built drawings are accurate, complete, and turned into drafting in a timely manner.
• Act as customer liaison for operational activities.
• Being the Security Division's technical expert through valid work experience and continued training opportunities.
• Maintain a positive attitude to ensure team cohesiveness and project productivity.
• System expert for assigned Major Client Accounts.
• Job site code and safety compliance expert.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Candidate must have proven experience in several of the following disciplines:

• Associates degree and/or other educational studies in the field of Electronics.
• 3 to 5 years of experience installing, programing, commissioning, integrating, servicing and maintaining low voltage electronic security systems. Similar experience with Commercial Fire and Communication Systems is a plus.
• Certification in various Security Systems: Lenel, Software House, Milestone, Genetec, Exacq, and Bosch is a plus.
• Excellent mechanical skills required to install and maintain systems hardware and infrastructure.
• Proficient systems troubleshooting and resolution abilities at the application, hardware, and infrastructure levels.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, codes, and standards applicable to the electronics industry.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
• Excellent computer and advanced Microsoft Office aptitudes.
• Strong Internet Technology (IT)/Networking aptitude as it applies to the installation and operations of Electronic Systems.
• Must work with minimal supervision.
• Must clear a background/credit check, drug test, and have a valid driver's license and driving record that meets Company requirements.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday