Senior Technician

Cook & Boardman Group•Lancaster, PA

About The Position

The Lead Technician will be responsible for installation, termination and configuration, without direct supervision, of access control devices, such as: card readers, request to exits, electrified door hardware, access control panels, analog and IP cameras, camera servers (NVR), power supplies, cable pathway systems and various cable that includes but is not limited to: twisted pair cable, low voltage cable and coax. They will be directly responsible for onsite tasking of Field Technicians and Installers to meet the project milestones set by the Project Managers and Field Supervisors. Installations are performed in both new construction and retrofit scenarios in a variety of environments. Essential Functions Onsite tasking of resources to meet project milestones established by the Project ManagerInstall various access control devices and electrified door hardwareInstall and connect access control panels, power supplies and control equipmentInstall and program various CCTV; analog and IP camerasInstall and program various types of NVR’s and VMS platformsInstall cable and pathway systems to support security systemsWork in a team environment under project manager, leading a group of field techniciansMaintain installation deadlinesBe accountable for the daily time entries of all crew membersMaintain a high level of quality control Ensure safety on the job sitePerform end-user training Participate in project commissioning and testingAssist in the enforcement of standards related to final documentationAttend trades meetings at construction sites as needed Minimum Qualifications Hold and retain certification in at least two VMS systemsHold and retain certification in at least two access control systemHave a minimum one year of experience of basic configuration of physical security systemsHave attended training for at least one camera manufacturer and received certificateHold and retain the OSHA-10 certificateHave served as a Field Technician (or equal) for a minimum of two yearsMust pass pre-employment background check and drug test Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to effectively lead and plan work days an installation crew of two to four workersDemonstrated proficiency in low voltage principles (ohm’s law, load calculations, metering, etc.)Ability to effectively communicate with customer IT and Facilities staffAbility to effectively coordinate with other tradesDemonstrated proficiency in the installation, termination and configuration of IP camera technology, controller hardware, power supplies, door hardware and credential technologiesCompetency in the principles and concepts of physical security systems and demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge in the field Physical DemandsSpends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands and reaching. Spends approximately 1/3 of time walking and talking/hearing. Frequent lifting required of items 25-50 pounds. Work Environment May be exposed to variable weather conditions. Other conditions may include proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery and using various tools and hardware. Worker is subject to frequent heavy lifting. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Hold and retain certification in at least two VMS systems
Hold and retain certification in at least two access control system
Have a minimum one year of experience of basic configuration of physical security systems
Have attended training for at least one camera manufacturer and received certificate
Hold and retain the OSHA-10 certificate
Have served as a Field Technician (or equal) for a minimum of two years
Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test
Ability to effectively lead and plan work days an installation crew of two to four workers
Demonstrated proficiency in low voltage principles (ohm’s law, load calculations, metering, etc.)
Ability to effectively communicate with customer IT and Facilities staff
Ability to effectively coordinate with other trades
Demonstrated proficiency in the installation, termination and configuration of IP camera technology, controller hardware, power supplies, door hardware and credential technologies
Competency in the principles and concepts of physical security systems and demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge in the field

Responsibilities

Onsite tasking of resources to meet project milestones established by the Project Manager
Install various access control devices and electrified door hardware
Install and connect access control panels, power supplies and control equipment
Install and program various CCTV; analog and IP cameras
Install and program various types of NVR’s and VMS platforms
Install cable and pathway systems to support security systems
Work in a team environment under project manager, leading a group of field technicians
Maintain installation deadlines
Be accountable for the daily time entries of all crew members
Maintain a high level of quality control
Ensure safety on the job site
Perform end-user training
Participate in project commissioning and testing
Assist in the enforcement of standards related to final documentation
Attend trades meetings at construction sites as needed