Security Technician I

CBX Solutions Recruiting Team; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CBX Solutions Recruiting Team seeks a skilled Technician to install and configure access control devices, CCTV, NVRs, and related hardware. The role involves fieldwork on new construction and retrofit sites, ensuring proper cabling and safety protocols while coordinating with project managers and field supervisors.

The candidate should hold certifications in multiple VMS and at least one access control system, with experience in basic configuration of security systems and end-user training.

Qualifications

• Proficient in low voltage principles (Ohm's law, load calculations).
• Ability to communicate with customer IT and Facilities staff.
• Ability to coordinate with other trades.
• Experience installing and configuring IP cameras, controllers, power supplies, door hardware, and credentials.
• Understand physical security systems concepts and apply field knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Install access control devices and electrified door hardware
• Connect access control panels and power supplies
• Install and program CCTV (analog and IP cameras)
• Install NVRs and VMS platforms
• Set up cabling and pathway systems for security networks
• Lead field technician teams under project managers
• Maintain quality control and safety on site
• Provide end-user training and participate in commissioning and testing

Skills

Low voltage principles

Customer IT coordination

Coordination with trades

IP camera tech installation

Credential technologies

Job description

The Technician will be responsible for installation, termination and configuration, without direct supervision, of access control devices, such as: card readers, request to exits, electrified door hardware, access control panels, analog and IP cameras, camera servers (NVR), power supplies, cable pathway systems and various cable that includes but is not limited to: twisted pair cable, low voltage cable and coax. They will be directly responsible for onsite tasking of Field Technicians and Installers to meet the project milestones set by the Project Managers and Field Supervisors. Installations are performed in both new construction and retrofit scenarios in a variety of environments.

Essential Functions

• Install various access control devices and electrified door hardware
• Install and connect access control panels, power supplies and control equipment
• Install and program various CCTV; analog and IP cameras
• Install and program various types of NVR's and VMS platforms
• Install cable and pathway systems to support security systems
• Work in a team environment under project manager, leading a group of field technicians
• Maintain a high level of quality control
• Ensure safety on the job site
• Perform end-user training
• Participate in project commissioning and testing

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold and retain certification in at least two VMS systems
• Hold and retain certification in at least one access control system
• Have a minimum one year of experience of basic configuration of physical security systems
• Have attended training for at least one camera manufacturer and received certificate
• Hold and retain the OSHA-10 certificate
• Have served as a Field Technician (or equal) for a minimum of two years
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in low voltage principles (ohm's law, load calculations, metering, etc.)
• Ability to effectively communicate with customer IT and Facilities staff
• Ability to effectively coordinate with other trades
• Demonstrated proficiency in the installation, termination and configuration of IP camera technology, controller hardware, power supplies, door hardware and credential technologies
• Competency in the principles and concepts of physical security systems and demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge in the field

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is required to stand, kneel, crouch, stoop, use hands to handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms for more than two-thirds of the working day. Walking and talking or hearing are required for approximately one-third of the working day. This role requires frequent lifting of items weighing 25-50 pounds and occasional lifting of items exceeding 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This position regularly operates in construction sites, warehouses, and shop environments. Conditions include proximity to forklifts and other heavy machinery and the use of various tools and hardware. Employees are subject to frequent heavy lifting and may be required to travel to project sites. Employees may be exposed to variable weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to fulfill the essential functions of the role. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws.