Security Systems Technician/Foreman-Miller Electric Company

Miller Electric Company•Pompano Beach, FL

About The Position

Miller Electric Company is hiring a Security Systems Technician/Foreman to install, maintain, repair, overhaul, and troubleshoot intrusion detection, access control, video surveillance, and related security equipment. This includes devices such as sensors, electric locks, and other force-protection equipment. The technician applies practical knowledge of electronic principles and electronic security codes and standards, uses diagnostic tools and techniques to isolate malfunctions, and performs preventive and corrective maintenance to return faulty equipment to operating condition. The role also includes documenting maintenance actions and updating drawings and time distribution records. The work involves reading blueprints and schematic drawings; using hand and power tools; retrofitting door frames and gates for cable routing to electric strikes, door locks, and magnetic locks; and operating articulating boom lifts in accordance with OSHA standards. The technician provides customer service and must be able to work independently or as part of a team, with minimal direct supervision. Work may require confined-space access, ladder climbing, extended periods standing, extended hours, and independent travel.

Requirements

At least five years of electrical and electronic security equipment installation experience.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Working knowledge of NEC and NFPA Life Safety Codes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
Experience installing one or more access control systems, such as Genetec, Lenel, Avigilon, or Software House.
Experience installing PTZ and IP cameras.
Valid driver's license.
High school diploma or GED.
Able to lift 60 pounds.
Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, work extended hours, and travel independently.

Nice To Haves

Formal electronics training from a technical school or related military school in electronics and/or communications.
Flexibility, adaptability, leadership, and self-starter qualities.

Responsibilities

Install intrusion detection systems and equipment, access control systems, video surveillance equipment, and related devices, sensors, electric locks, and force-protection equipment.
Maintain, repair, overhaul, and troubleshoot security equipment and systems.
Use diagnostic tools and techniques to isolate malfunctions.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and return faulty equipment to operating condition.
Document maintenance actions and update drawings and time distribution records.
Read blueprints and schematic drawings.
Operate hand and power tools; installers should have their own tools.
Mechanically retrofit door frames and gates to route cable to electric strikes, door locks, and magnetic locking devices.
Provide excellent customer service.
Operate articulating boom lifts and other devices in accordance with OSHA standards.
Work independently and as part of a team, with minimal direct supervision.