Electronic Security Technician

Security Automation Systems•Indianapolis, IN

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Security Automation Systems is a specialized integrator focused on designing and installing highly engineered security and control systems for correctional facilities, including jails and prisons. We take pride in delivering mission-critical solutions that require precision, reliability, and deep technical expertise. Our team is collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to doing the job right - we value innovation, clear communication, and desire in a fast-paced project environment. Security Automation Systems (SAS), has a need for an electronic security technician to configure, install and service security electronic control and monitoring systems for our correctional, government and commercial customers. This electronics security technician position, a non-exempt/hourly position, will report to the Operations Project Manager. This position will require a wide range of technical and electrical construction skills, hands-on installation, troubleshooting, task management and customer service skills. Applicant will have deep knowledge of security electronics hardware including, but not limited to, door locks and sensors, cameras and video recording systems, access control systems, audio communication systems and powered fence systems

Requirements

High School Diploma
Proficient with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software products
Skilled in working with common hand tools, power tools, multi-meters, and cable testing equipment
Experience configuring security equipment such as IP based Cameras, Video Management Systems and Access Control Systems
Detailed working knowledge of IP devices/schemes and configuration of such
Previous experience with layout/design of video, access control or similar type systems
Ability to troubleshoot systems, utilizing a diverse skill set learned from working on complex systems
4+ years of work experience installing and servicing security electronic systems
Applicant must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Applicant will be subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen
Frequent day and overnight travel
Must be able to climb ladders and lift items up to 75lbs

Nice To Haves

2-year technical associates degree (preferred)

Responsibilities

Install, terminate, test, and commission security electronics equipment, including, but not limited to, access control systems, analog and IP video systems, intelligent locking systems, network switches, audio communications systems and PLC-based touchscreen control systems
Configure security devices and systems such as IP cameras, VMS systems, access control
Assist the sales team in estimating raceway and cable installation scopes for security electronics projects
Install raceway and cable for security electronics equipment
Assist and work with other electronic technicians, engineers, and subcontractors
Maintain positive budgets on assigned project functions
Perform maintenance/service on installed equipment at customer facilities, and generate reports detailing problems/solutions
Coordinate project installations/scheduling with customers
Ability to work with customers with professionalism and maturity
Be willing to learn new systems, technologies, and products
Ability to be adaptable, flexible, and work well in a team setting
Provide project leadership in the form of technical direction, task assignments and quality control
Provide design assistance for video, access control or similar security systems