Senior Security Technician – Access Control & CCTV Lead

Equiliem

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Health insurance

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401(k)

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Benefits eligibility after 90 days

Job summary

Equiliem in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Security / Low-Voltage Technician to independently install security and low-voltage systems across the Chicago suburbs, with remote/field-based duties and a Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule.

You will lead field teams, troubleshoot access control, CCTV/IP surveillance, cabling, and fiber, coordinate with engineering and customer IT resources, and mentor junior technicians while delivering quality installations on time.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of relevant security or low-voltage field experience; 10+ years preferred.
Experience leading, mentoring, or directing technicians in the field.
Strong hands-on access control installation and troubleshooting experience.
Ability to perform light access control configuration and basic IP addressing.
Strong CCTV/IP surveillance installation, configuration, and troubleshooting skills.
Experience installing and servicing IP camera systems; Hanwha and Axis equipment beneficial.
Experience with network video recorders and video management systems.
Working knowledge of IP networking and PoE related to security systems.
Structured cabling and fiber installation experience.
Ability to read prints, wiring diagrams, scopes of work, and project documentation.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot independently and own field assignments.
Strong customer communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work with engineering and customer IT teams.
Able to support field assignments throughout the Chicago suburbs.
Maintain safe, organized, and professional jobsites.

Responsibilities

Install and troubleshoot access control panels, readers, door contacts, request-to-exit devices, locking hardware, and power supplies.
Run, terminate, label, and test access control and low-voltage wiring.
Diagnose wiring, power, hardware, network connectivity, and equipment issues.
Perform light access control configuration, including assigning IP addresses to boards and verifying connectivity.
Coordinate with engineering resources for access control programming, system testing, and advanced technical support.
Verify proper door operation and identify outstanding issues before completing assignments.
Install, aim, focus, configure, and troubleshoot IP surveillance cameras.
Work with network video recorders and video management systems to verify camera views, recording, and playback.
Configure camera IP addresses and troubleshoot connectivity, PoE, and recording issues.
Coordinate with engineering or customer IT resources when additional network or system support is required.
Install, terminate, label, test, and troubleshoot structured cabling and fiber.
Maintain organized cable pathways, racks, and equipment installations.
Read and interpret prints, wiring diagrams, scopes of work, and project documentation.
Review job requirements and arrive prepared with the appropriate tools, materials, and project information.
Plan and execute daily field assignments through completion with minimal supervision.
Troubleshoot issues systematically and communicate findings and recommended corrective actions.
Identify material shortages, site constraints, scope discrepancies, and additional work requirements early in the project.
Communicate project progress, delays, unresolved issues, and return-visit requirements to appropriate stakeholders.
Escalate issues requiring engineering support or approval with clear supporting information.
Lead technicians when assigned and provide clear direction regarding daily work activities.
Review workmanship, installation quality, testing, and project completion.
Mentor less-experienced technicians in installation and troubleshooting practices.
Communicate professionally with customers, site contacts, technical resources, and other trades.
Maintain safe work practices and an organized jobsite.
Complete accurate service notes, labor records, photographs, and equipment documentation.
Document system testing, relevant IP information, configuration changes, and unresolved issues.
Confirm completed work meets the approved scope and clearly communicate outstanding follow-up requirements.