Technician

Fidelity Services Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A security solutions provider based in Durban is seeking a Technician for installations, service, and maintenance of electronic equipment in the security industry. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years experience, a valid code 08 driver’s license, and PSIRA registration. Responsibilities include installation of alarm systems, electric fences, and providing network support. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Electronic Security technician.
• Valid code 08 driver’s license essential.
• Must be PSIRA registered (Grade E, D, C).

Responsibilities

• Install and program alarm systems.
• Install and maintain electric fences.
• Provide network support and setup.

Skills

Installation of electronic equipment

Programming and fault-finding

Wiring and installations

Customer focus

Problem-solving

Education

Matric or equivalent

Tools

CCTV systems

Alarm systems

Electric fencing

Access control systems

Job description

Overview

Technician - Installations, Service, Maintenance

Overall Purpose of the job: Be able to do the installation of electronic equipment for the security industry at commercial and industrial premises from Alarms, Access control, CCTV, Fire, Installation, Wiring, Commissioning.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Matric or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Electronic Security technician
• Programming, wiring, installations and fault-finding experience
• Valid code 08 driver’s license essential
• Must be PSIRA registered (Grade E, D C)

Job Requirements

• Install and Program multiple alarm systems (Ajax, Paradox, Texecom, Caddx, IDS, DSC, Rhino, Risco)
• Installation and Maintenance of electric fences
• Smart CCTV systems (Line crossing, Facial recognition, Street surveillance etc.)
• Integration of Electric fencing, CCTV, and Intruder alarm systems
• Setup and maintenance of wireless, fibre and copper networks
• Installation of basic electricity e.g., DB Boards, Inverters, UPSs, and Generators
• Oversight and design of big projects
• IT and Network support
• Access Control systems (Bio-Metrix, UHF, Facial recognition, and Access cards)

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Program system as per specifications
• Plan the cable runs with the wireman
• Obtain customer codes before attending a call daily and when on Standby
• Complete handovers
• Complete job cards after every installation
• Provide feedback to Manager / Supervisor and Call Centre upon completion of a call
• Keep stock up to date and assist store man with stock take
• Keep the company vehicle clean
• Submit petrol slips

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus Functional/Technical Skills
• Approachability Problem Solving and Troubleshooting