SECURITY & ACCESS SYSTEM TECH
About The Position
The Security and Access Systems Technician installs, inspects, maintains, and troubleshoots access control, video surveillance and management, duress, abduction, and emergency phone systems while maintaining quality and safety standards. The technician coordinates with project management and serves as the primary on-site representative for customers. The role includes field work, coordination with IT teams, on-site staff training, and liaison responsibilities with management and contract staff for ongoing and new projects. The technician also participates in police responsibilities, including monitoring security cameras for possible criminal activity at the direction of law enforcement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of commercial low-voltage installation experience.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and wiring schematics.
- Basic understanding of IP networking principles.
- Working knowledge of low-voltage electronic systems.
Nice To Haves
- Virginia Security Technician Registration.
- Experience working with major access control and video management software.
- Experience with OSHA/jobsite safety requirements and safety documentation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee access control and IP video systems.
- Manage and assign access control credentials, maintain contract badge inventory, and manage changing building schedules.
- Identify issues with electronic locking hardware, including electric strikes, mag locks, REX devices, and crash bars, and facilitate repairs.
- Manage camera viewing rights and layouts; identify camera system issues and facilitate repairs.
- Commission installations of IP cameras, access control systems, and associated hardware, coordinating with IT teams.
- Perform field work and inspect, assess, and troubleshoot issues throughout the Carilion system.
- Provide on-site training and education to staff.
- Plan daily work activities to maintain schedule and labor efficiency.
- Serve as the contact and liaison between management and contract staff for ongoing and new projects.
- Participate in police responsibilities.
- Monitor security cameras for possible criminal activity at the direction of law enforcement.
- Manage and assign duress systems.
- Monitor and maintain emergency phone systems.
- Liaise on and maintain Safe Place and Safe Haven systems.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Employer-funded pension plan, vested after five years.
- Voluntary 403B.
- Paid time off accrued from day one.
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to Carilion Wellness centers.
- Access to the Personify Health health and wellness app.
- Childcare discounts.
- Continued education and training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
