Senior Technician

Mancan; West Virginia; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401K

Vision, dental, and medical

Job summary

Mancan Staffing is assisting a local client in Parkersburg, WV as a Senior Physical Security Systems Technician. You will lead installations on access control, video surveillance, and low-voltage systems while mentoring junior technicians on-site.

The role requires active licensing, strong field experience, and ability to coordinate with project managers to ensure safety, quality, and timely project completion.

Qualifications

• Active Alarm, Electrical (ELE), or Low Voltage license.
• 241

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, configuration, and commissioning of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and low-voltage systems.
• Perform advanced access control installation, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Plan and complete low-voltage cable runs according to NEC and industry standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, riser diagrams, and project specifications.
• Terminate, test, and commission systems while diagnosing and resolving technical issues.
• Serve as the lead technician on-site, ensuring quality, code compliance, and project requirements are met.
• Provide training, guidance, and technical support to entry-level installers.
• Coordinate with project managers regarding schedules, materials, and project scope.
• Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and other trades on-site.
• Maintain tools, testing equipment, company vehicles, and inventory.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain NEC compliance on every project.

Skills

Lead installer

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Field experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Job Description

Senior Technician Physical Security Systems

Department: Operations / Field Services

Location: Parkersburg, WV Area Field Position

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Compensation: $25$35 per hour, depending on experience and licensing

About the Role

Mancan Staffing is assisting a local client in their search for an experienced Senior Physical Security Systems Technician to serve as a lead installer on commercial security projects.

This role is responsible for overseeing complex installations involving access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and low-voltage systems. The ideal candidate will have strong field experience, advanced technical skills, and the ability to lead installations while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

The Senior Technician will serve as a technical leader on job sites, troubleshooting advanced issues, mentoring junior technicians, and working closely with project managers to ensure successful project completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, configuration, and commissioning of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and low-voltage systems
• Perform advanced access control installation, programming, and troubleshooting
• Plan and complete low-voltage cable runs according to NEC and industry standards
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, riser diagrams, and project specifications
• Terminate, test, and commission systems while diagnosing and resolving technical issues
• Serve as the lead technician on-site, ensuring quality, code compliance, and project requirements are met
• Provide training, guidance, and technical support to entry-level installers
• Coordinate with project managers regarding schedules, materials, and project scope
• Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and other trades on-site
• Maintain tools, testing equipment, company vehicles, and inventory
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain NEC compliance on every project

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Alarm, Electrical (ELE), or Low Voltage license
• 35 years of experience installing physical security and low-voltage systems
• Advanced knowledge of access control systems and low-voltage cabling
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and riser diagrams
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
• Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and elevated surfaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred:

• NICET certification
• Manufacturer-specific security system certifications
• Knowledge of IP networking related to security systems
• Additional electrical, alarm, or low-voltage licenses

Travel & Schedule

• Position requires weekly travel to job sites
• Per diem provided while traveling
• Hotel/lodging expenses covered by the company
• Some projects may require a 14-day-on / 7-day-off rotation schedule

Mancan offers our temporary employees full benefits such as paid vacations, holidays, 401K, as well as vision, dental, and medical. Some of the best companies in the area use Mancan Staffing including Fortune 500 companies. Its a great opportunity for you to get your foot in the door with some of the area's top companies.