Security Technician

Primary Responsibilities

The Security Technician is responsible for installing project-specific devices to the standards of all fire alarm, building, and electrical codes. The installation technician will also mentor, train, and coach the entry-level technician who assists them on jobsites.

Essential Functions

• Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, climb ladders (both caged and un-caged), stairs, and other equipment.
• Required to stand and walk.
• Maximum unassisted lift = 75 lbs.
• Must be able to safely drive a company-owned or personal vehicle for IPS business purposes.
• Use computers, laptops, and specialized interface and/or programming software to program and set up security, access, CCTV, nurse call, or sound systems and associated devices.
• Have manufacturer certifications pertaining to systems being programmed.
• Coordinate with assigned project manager and/or other trades for completing projects and work orders efficiently and on time.
• Monitor the installation work of outside contractors to ensure projects are satisfactorily completed to state and local codes, regulations, and project specifics.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose causes of system problems or failures and identify equipment and/or systems requiring repair.
• Perform regular system inspections, including evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs, and recommending preventative maintenance.
• Analyze blueprints and drawings.
• Install project-specific cabling or piping per specifications and applicable building, electrical, and fire alarm codes.
• Install project-specific devices, including Fire, Suppression, CCTV, Intrusion, Access, Nurse Call, etc., per specifications and applicable codes.
• Must be able to “fish” walls and run EMT and PVC conduit for basic applications.
• Coach, mentor, and train entry-level technicians.
• Maintain assigned tools, vehicle, and equipment.
• Follow company-mandated safety policies.
• Communicate with others verbally and in writing.
• Work off lifts of all sizes and heights, and obtain lift certification.
• Use company software for completion of service tickets, logging time, and obtaining job-specific information.
• Obtain and maintain necessary licenses and certifications.
• Attend job-specific training sessions.
• Willing to work after normal business hours and weekends.
• Periodically travel out of the normal service area when necessary.
• Willing to learn new products and services.
• Attend manufacturer and company-specified training programs.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 3-5 years of experience as an entry-level technician or related industry experience.
• OSHA-10 hour certification.
• Must be efficient and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to navigate company software, enter data, and send communication; knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel a plus.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills for both internal and external customers.
• Must be able to operate hand and power tools.
• Must be able to unload, carry, and climb ladders.
• Must maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Must maintain lift, confined space, and other required safety certifications.

Physical Requirements & Environment

• Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, climb ladders (both caged and un-caged), stairs, and other equipment.
• Required to stand and walk.
• Maximum unassisted lift = 75 lbs.

All employees of IPS are subject to random drug testing per our Drug-Free Safety Policy. Background check required. Must have and maintain a clean driving record (no DUIs or other serious violations within the past three years).

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Employment Status: All employment positions at Integrated Protection Services Inc. are “at-will” positions. “At-will” positions are those where employment and compensation can be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice.