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Security Installation Technician

Unlimited Technologies

Herndon, VAFull-timeNo compensation foundTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Herndon, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Low-Voltage/Security LicensesDCJS CertifiedSecurity clearance

Job overview

Unlimited Technologies is hiring a Security Installation Technician. Unlimited Technologies seeks a full‑time Security Installation Technician to plan, install, maintain, troubleshoot and demolish access control, alarm and IP camera systems at client sites, while ensuring safety, completing paperwork and communicating with project managers and customers.

Key focus areas include Install access control and IP camera systems according to engineered drawings., Identify and resolve issues impacting job productivity., and Complete all necessary paperwork relating to job tickets..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent and 3-5 Years Field Installation Experience In Security Environment. Important skills include Access Control, IP Camera Products, Install Electronic Devices, Program Electronic Devices, Troubleshoot Electronic Devices, and Perform Maintenance On Electronic Devices. Preferred (not required): Installation Of Door Hardware, Audio Visual Technology, Troubleshooting Network Switches, and Reading Engineered Drawings.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Access ControlIP Camera ProductsInstall Electronic DevicesProgram Electronic DevicesTroubleshoot Electronic DevicesPerform Maintenance on Electronic DevicesInstall Power SuppliesProgram Power SuppliesTroubleshoot Power SuppliesPerform Maintenance on Power SuppliesInstall Network ComponentsProgram Network ComponentsTroubleshoot Network ComponentsPerform Maintenance on Network ComponentsCommunication SkillsSelf-StarterSound Decision MakingLearn UT Device Monitoring/Management MethodologiesWork With SubcontractorsWork With CustomersHard-WorkingDetail-OrientedHighly OrganizedWork IndependentlyInstall IP Camera SystemsService IP Camera SystemsProgramming SkillsIdentify IssuesResolve IssuesComplete PaperworkMaintain Safe Working EnvironmentMaintain Clean Working EnvironmentMaintain Safe Driving RecordReport IncidentsReport Near MissesInstallation of Door HardwareAudio Visual TechnologyTroubleshooting Network SwitchesReading Engineered DrawingsComprehending Engineered DrawingsMarking Up DrawingsRed Lining DrawingsStrong Work EthicCollaborationCan Do AttitudeProvide Best ServiceStrong Interpersonal SkillsWork Under PressureQuick LearnerSecurity System InstallationsCorrective MaintenanceTroubleshootingDemolition TasksAccess Control SystemsBurglar Alarm SystemsIP CamerasElectronic Security SystemsPhysical Security SystemsEffective CommunicationLearn Device Monitoring/Management MethodologiesCommunicationRead DrawingsUnderstand DrawingsUnderstand Equipment SchematicsProvide Direction for System InstallationsLeadership for System InstallationsInstall Alarm (Intrusion) SystemsProgram Alarm (Intrusion) SystemsInstall IP Video SystemsProgram IP Video SystemsTest Security SystemsTroubleshoot Security SystemsPerform Corrections to Security SystemsIntrusion Detection SystemsAssessment SystemsInstall AlarmsMaintain AlarmsInstall Access Control Devices

Qualifications

High School Diploma or State-Recognized Equivalent3-5 Years Field Installation Experience in Security EnvironmentState Low-Voltage/Security LicensesDCJS CertifiedLenel/Software House Access Control CertificationsAmerican Dynamics CertificationsGenetec CertificationsExacq CertificationsU.S. Government Security Clearance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Come join our team! At Unlimited Technology, we are committed to our company's core values of Passion, Collaboration, Innovation and Adaptability. With offices throughout the United States, we are a premier cyber and physical security specialty contractor, and we are growing at a rapid pace. We have a wide range of talented and experienced individuals that deliver cutting edge technology solutions to meet our customers’ ever-changing needs. We secure the facilities and networks of the world’s leading brands and critical infrastructure and are recognized leaders in the physical and IT security, cyber, and managed services industries. UT offers a rewarding career, great benefits, and the chance to learn and work with ground-breaking technology and premier clients.

UT Government is looking to add a Security Technician 3 to their team

Join Unlimited Technologies as a Full-Time Security Installation Technician!

Are you passionate about security technology and eager to advance your career? Unlimited Technologies is seeking a dedicated Technician to become a part of our dynamic team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work alongside some of the best security technicians in the area and grow your skills in a supportive environment.

The Installation Technician will plan and perform security system installations, corrective maintenance, troubleshooting and demolition tasks. Security systems include access control systems, burglar alarm systems, IP Cameras and other electronic and physical security systems.The Technician- Responsible for managing all aspects of access control and IP camera products and systems installed at client sites. The Technician must be able to independently install, program, troubleshoot and perform maintenance on electronic devices, power supplies and all network components. S/He will need communicate effectively with the Project Manager and present a knowledgeable and engaging image to customers.

The Technician must be a self-starter who can make sound decisions that are in the best interest of the project, the customer, and Unlimited Technology. Further, the Technician must be able to learn UT’s device monitoring/management methodologies. S/He must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be able to work closely with subcontractors and customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Technician, the successful candidate will need to be hard-working, detail-oriented, highly organized and able to work independently to maintain security hardware in the client’s and Unlimited Technology’s best interests.

  • Install Access Control and IP cameras systems according to engineered drawings.

  • Must be able to identify and resolve issues that would have a negative impact on job productivity.

  • Thoroughly complete all necessary paperwork relating to job tickets.

  • Maintain a safe, clean working environment always.

  • Communicate all activity to the job Project Manager or Field Supervisor in a timely manner.

  • Maintain the condition and cleanliness of any company provided vehicle.

  • Maintain a safe driving record and report any incidents or near misses to management immediately.

  • Attend any product or safety training that is required

  • Read and understand drawings and equipment schematics.

  • Provide direction and leadership for system installations.

  • Install and program Alarm (Intrusion), Access Control, IP video systems.

  • Provide updates to project manager and customers.

  • Test, troubleshoot and preform necessary corrections to security system.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or state-recognized equivalent

  • Minimum 3-5 years of field installation experience in the security environment.

  • Knowledgeable of security equipment systems (i.e., intrusion detection, assessment, and access control).

  • Capable of installing and maintaining various alarms, access control, and assessment system devices.

  • Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, work extended hours, and travel independently.

  • Certifications in Lenel/Software House access control preferred

  • Certifications in American Dynamics, Genetec, Exacq preferred

  • Experienced in the installation of door hardware such as strikes and magnetic locks.

  • Experience troubleshooting network switches.

  • Experienced in reading and comprehending engineered drawings.

  • Experienced in the marking up, or “red lining” of drawings post install.

  • Ability to obtain required state low-voltage/security licenses as required

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to work well and interact with other UT employees as well as UT customers.

  • Strong work ethic and teamwork; “can do” attitude and desire to provide best service. Strong interpersonal and communicative Skills.

  • Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision; must be a self-starter and quick learner.

  • Ability to obtain and retain a U.S. Government Security Clearance preferred DCJS Certified is required.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Life insurance

  • 401 (k) w/company match 100% up to 3% and an additional 50% match of 2%

  • Paid time off

  • 11 Paid Holidays

  • Company Equity after 1 year

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Integrated Security Technologies, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

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