Lead Security and Low Voltage Technician

@ Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon Universitygrandcanyonuniversity.com

Lead Security and Low Voltage Technician

Phoenix, AZ
Posted 1 week ago

About the job

A company specializing in security and low voltage systems, offering installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting services for access control, audiovisual, and security hardware in commercial environments.

Requirements

  • 2+ years security experience
  • Experience with access control
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work on ladders and lifts
  • Good hand dexterity

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid AZ driver’s license
  • Able to pass background check
  • Knowledge of low voltage wiring
  • Preferred experience with Lenel and Verkada

Full job description

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:

  • Install, wire, and trim out head-end access control panels with clean and professional workmanship
  • Install and service a wide range of electrified door hardware including items such as panic devices, vertical rods, magnetic locks, transfer hinges, cylindrical/mortise locks, auto operators.
  • Configure, program and integrate security and access control systems
  • Install, repair, maintain, troubleshoot, and testing on various types of cable and equipment.
  • Pulls cables through physical structures such as walls, overhead, above drop ceilings and in ground.
  • Coordinate with subcontractors and internal project teams on completion of access control and low voltage projects
  • Installation and removal of equipment which may include projectors, projector screens, speakers, podium equipment, cameras and any other type of audio-visual equipment
  • Maintain accurate documentation, work order notes and communications for all tickets and projects, both verbally and in writing.
  • May have to move on site equipment, tools, furniture, etc. above 50 lbs.
  • May have to maneuver around small areas such as attics, crawl hatches, etc. for cabling.
  • May have to climb ladders, work on power lifts, or climb scaffolding to complete work orders.
  • Must be able to distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety codes for low voltage installations and repairs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used and Responsibility

  • Ability to test and identify equipment and cable functionality.
  • Familiar with Wiegand, OSDP, and other forms of access control communication.
  • Able to operate required hand tools, power tools and low voltage test equipment.
  • Must be able to work on ladders, lifts and scaffolding for installation needs.
  • Must have good hand dexterity and calmness.
  • Must be able to distinguish colors.
  • Able to troubleshoot malfunction in equipment or cable and problem solve.
  • Must be able to complete work orders timely and accurately.
  • Effective communications and interpersonal skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Experience/ Education

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Minimum 2 years’ work experience with access control and low voltage related work. Preferred in an environment such as an AV integrator, access control technicians or commercial cabling firms.
  • Experience with Lenel, Verkada, Axis, Allegion, Assa Abloy is preferred
  • Experience with troubleshooting and installing electrified door hardware
  • Experience with RS485, Weigand and OSDP wiring
  • CompTIA A+ and Network+ certification is a bonus.
  • Must have a current AZ driver’s license and clean driver record.
  • Must successfully pass a background check.

Physical Requirements:

  • Sitting:      0-1 hours a day
  • Standing:  6-7 hours a day
  • Walking:   6-7 hours a day
  • Lifting:      Frequently
  • Carrying:   Frequently
  • Pushing:    Frequently
  • Bending:   Frequently
  • Squatting: Frequently
  • Kneeling:     Frequently
  • Climbing:    Frequently
  • Reaching:    Frequently
  • Grasping:     Frequently
  • Fine Eye to Hand Coordination:  Continuously
  • Driving:       Occasionally
  • Work Environment:  Office building on site.  Work performed is primarily inside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.

       

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