The Alarm Technician provides installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting services for access control, CCTV, and intrusion security systems at customer sites. The role requires technical expertise in low voltage electrical systems, experience with security software platforms, and ensuring high customer satisfaction through preventative maintenance and prompt issue resolution. The position demands vocational training, a CT Low Voltage License, hands-on experience with various security technologies, and the ability to respond to emergency calls as part of on-call rotations.
Securitas Technology Corporation (STC) Technology and Solutions groups are experiencing tremendous success, and we currently have an Embedded Technician opening for team-oriented individuals possessing vocational training in electronics or electromechanical engineering. In this role, you will be responsible for providing service on STC products at customer sites. The position provides customer contact for all post-installation problems on security systems and equipment, as well as, special project work, when needed.
STC is a leading, global provider of integrated security and facility solutions that contain best-in-class products and award-winning services for an organization's unique needs. STC security solutions include product and service outsourcing that integrate cross-disciplinary functions into comprehensive technology-centered customer solutions on a cloud-based platform spanning hardware and software capabilities.
Required
CT Low Voltage License required, no exceptions. (E-2 or C-5).
Responsibilities
Services intrusion, CCTV, and access control security systems.
Performs scheduled, routing preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment/systems under contract agreement by inspecting, adjusting, cleaning, and calibrating systems and checking out equipment to ensure it’s in satisfactory working order.
Completes maintenance, within assigned hours, in a manner that reduces emergency calls and results in achieving the goal of zero call backs.
Assists with the start-up of new equipment or system installation and adjusts as needed to ensure the system is operational.
May plan schedules, lay out basic electrical equipment installations, and assist in the start-up and check-out of new systems installations.
Presents a professional image both in personal and vehicle appearance.
Performs work assignments in a safe manner and within specified cost limits.
Promotes, builds, and maintains good customer relations and assists with contract retention.
Maintains company propriety and documentation in accordance with established policies; handles proprietary information in the prescribed manner; adheres to and supports Securitas Technology policies and procedures including all safety requirements.
Keeps abreast of changes and new developments in products and technology.
Attends and completes training programs as requested.
Job Requirements
High School diploma or GED required, Vocational/Technical Degree in electrical, security, or computer systems preferred.
MUST HOLD a minimum of 1-2 years of experience installing and/or servicing Access Control and CCTV
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Carry items up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work on-call on a rotational basis covering after hours & weekend emergency calls.
A valid state driver’s license, without restrictions, is required.
Company training and industry leading certification program
Company Vehicle
Company Cell Phone
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
401K with 60% Match up to 6% of salary
Paid vacation, holiday and sick time
Educational Assistance
Exceptional growth opportunities
Wide variety of employee discounts on travel, equipment, and more!
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