Lead Technician (Security)

Cook & Boardman Group•Charleston, SC

About The Position

The Lead Technician is responsible for independently installing, terminating, and configuring physical security systems and related components, including access control devices, electrified door hardware, access control panels, analog and IP cameras, camera servers (NVRs), power supplies, cable pathways, and low-voltage cabling. The role leads onsite tasking of Field Technicians and Installers to meet milestones set by Project Managers and Field Supervisors. Work takes place in new-construction and retrofit environments. The Lead Technician works with a project team under a Project Manager, maintains installation deadlines and quality standards, supports job-site safety, and contributes to commissioning, testing, end-user training, and final documentation. The position also requires coordinating with other trades and communicating with customer IT and Facilities staff.

Requirements

Hold and retain certification in at least two VMS systems.
Hold and retain certification in at least two access control systems.
Have at least one year of experience with basic configuration of physical security systems.
Have attended training for at least one camera manufacturer and received a certificate.
Hold and retain an OSHA-10 certificate.
Have served as a Field Technician or equivalent for at least two years.
Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Be able to lead and plan workdays for an installation crew of two to four workers.
Demonstrate proficiency in low-voltage principles, including Ohm’s law, load calculations, and metering.
Effectively communicate with customer IT and Facilities staff and coordinate with other trades.
Demonstrate proficiency installing, terminating, and configuring IP camera technology, controller hardware, power supplies, door hardware, and credential technologies.
Understand the principles and concepts of physical security systems and apply that knowledge in the field.
Be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Assign and coordinate onsite work for Field Technicians and Installers to meet project milestones established by the Project Manager.
Install access control devices and electrified door hardware.
Install and connect access control panels, power supplies, and control equipment.
Install and program analog and IP CCTV cameras.
Install and program NVRs and VMS platforms.
Install cable and pathway systems that support security systems.
Lead a group of field technicians while working under a Project Manager.
Maintain installation deadlines.
Ensure daily time entries are completed for all crew members.
Maintain quality control.
Ensure job-site safety.
Provide end-user training.
Participate in project commissioning and testing.
Assist with enforcing standards related to final documentation.
Attend construction-site trade meetings as needed.
Coordinate with other trades and communicate with customer IT and Facilities staff.