Senior Electronic Security Technician

Tusco, Inc.; Madison, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Tusco, Inc. is seeking a Senior Electronic Security Technician to oversee daily operations at assigned worksites under the leadership of a Project or Operations Manager, ensuring safe and efficient completion of tasks.

You will act as the main liaison between the Customer and Operations and lead installation, testing, and programming of security systems including access control and CCTV. The role requires knowledge of NFPA 101, DC voltage principles, and network basics, with strong

Qualifications

• Must have understanding of NFPA 101 and electronic access control systems.
• Must have thorough understanding of DC Voltage Principles, Relay Logic, and IEEE 802.3x Standards.
• Must be able to explain DC Voltage Principles and Relay Logic to field colleagues.
• Must be able to read and interpret architectural prints, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Must have working knowledge of manufacturer platform hardware and related installation/troubleshooting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations at assigned worksites under leadership of PM/Operations Manager.
• Serve as point of contact between Customer and Operations.
• Lead installation, termination, testing, labeling, and building communications closets.
• Train ES Technicians on systems installed.
• Lead installation, termination, testing, and programming of Access Control, CCTV, Intrusion, and other systems.
• Ensure compliance with TUSCO and OSHA safety standards.
• Manage maintenance of equipment, tools, and trucks.
• Follow project manager instructions and site-specific security protocols.

Skills

NFPA 101 understanding

DC Voltage principles

Relay logic

Read architectural prints

Networking basics

MS Word/Excel/Outlook/Teams

Effective communication

Problem solving

Ability to follow complex directions

Education

AESBL certification preferred

NICET certification preferred

Tools

C-CURE 9000

Lenel OnGuard

Genetec Security Center

Milestone

Mercury Security hardware

Gallagher Command Centre

Job description

When you join Tusco, you not only become a member of one of the most respected perimeter security solutions teams, but you also become a member of the Tusco family. If you are motivated to achieve success with a rapidly growing security solutions leader Tusco is interested in you!

Tusco has become an award-winning organization through PERFORMANCE excellence, shared EXPERIENCE, a positive ATTITUDE and trusting RELATIONSHIPS which define our Core Values. If you feel you align with these attributes let’s talk!

We are currently seeking: Senior Electronic Security Technician

The Senior Electronic Security Technician will oversee daily operations at assigned worksites under the leadership of a Project or Operations Manager to ensure the completion of assigned tasks or projects in a safe and efficient manner. The Senior Electronic Security Technician will also serve as the point of contact between the Customer and Operations.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensures that ES division systems and projects are completed on time and under budget.
• Leads installation, termination, testing, labeling, and building communications closets.
• Participates in continuing education to stay up to date on industry standards.
• Trains ES Technicians to ensure everyone has knowledge of the systems being installed.
• Leads installation, termination, testing, and programming of Access Control, CCTV, Intrusion, and other systems.
• Ensure technicians are meeting TUSCO and industry standards.
• Responsible for ensuring a safe work environment and for ensuring technicians are meeting all TUSCO and OSHA safety standards.
• Takes an active role in the maintenance of TUSCO equipment, tools, and trucks.
• Follows Project Manager and Operations Manager's instructions.
• On federal/government contract sites, follows all site-specific security protocols, including badge/escort procedures and controlled access requirements.
• Handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and CUI-marked drawings/documents in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7012 and site-specific handling procedures; ensures crew members are briefed on CUI marking, storage, and transmission restrictions before working with such material.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must have understanding of NFPA 101 and electronic access control systems.
• Must have thorough understanding of DC Voltage Principles, Relay Logic, and IEEE 802.3x Standards.
• Must be able to explain DC Voltage Principles and Relay Logic to field colleagues.
• Must be able to read and interpret architectural prints, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Must have working knowledge of manufacturer platform hardware. This includes installation, configuration, and basic troubleshooting of :
• Lifesafety Power Enclosures/Boards
• ALTRONIX Power Enclosures/Boards
• C-CURE 9000 - GCM / ACM / I8 & R8 Boards
• Gallagher Command Centre – 6000 & 7000 Series Controllers/Hardware
• Mercury Security Hardware – Lenel OnGuard, Genetec Security Center, Avigilon ACM etc..
• Must have basic working knowledge of networking and be able to navigate changing IP addresses in network devices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.
• Ability to follow highly complex directions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding, including work at heights.
• Ability to work in attics, crawlspaces, communications closets, and other confined spaces.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and reach overhead for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions on job sites.
• Ability to perform physical installation tasks including pulling cable, mounting hardware, and terminating devices.

Security & Government Contract Requirements

• Must be eligible to pass a government-required background investigation/suitability check for access to federal and military installations (e.g., USACE sites).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any site-specific access credentials (e.g., CAC-sponsored escort, base access badges).
• Subject to drug screening and background check as a condition of employment and continued site access.

Education and Experience

• Four years of experience with access control, low voltage cabling, CCTV, or intrusion systems.
• AESBL or comparable certification/license preferred but not required (e.g., NICET, manufacturer-issued certifications for C-CURE, Lenel, Genetec, or Milestone).
• Working knowledge of Computer hardware preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, required for operating company vehicles between job sites.

Working Conditions

• Primarily field-based, on commercial and government/federal job sites.
• May require travel between multiple job sites within a region; overnight travel possible for certain projects.

What we offer

Tusco employees have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), career development classes, paid time off and many more benefits.

About Tusco, Inc.

Established in 1974, Tusco, Inc. has become one of the nation’s leading and most respected perimeter security solutions contractors, providing sales and installation of crash rated fencing and gates, wedge barriers, bollards, drop arms, structured cabling, video surveillance, and access control systems. Tusco also provides services in systems integration and perimeter security site assessments and consulting.

Our performance history includes job locations that span from West coast to East coast as well as select international sites where we have provided state of the art perimeter security solutions to clients such as government agencies, including the FBI, DEA, and EPA, military bases, data centers, state capitol and federal buildings, universities, industrial facilities, spectator sports venues, office complexes, multifamily unit developments, churches, schools, and many others.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.