Security Systems Installer - Coranet

Title: Physical Security Technician

Location: NY Metro Area

Coranet Corp. is seeking a Security Technician to join their Field Service teams. The Technician will work under our Lead Technicians on Coranet's IT infrastructure technician teams to entirely and successfully install low-voltage projects, specifically access control, physical security, and programming Security, and WiFi systems throughout the NY/NJ region.

The technician should have experience with the installation of access control, video surveillance, intrusion, and intercom systems. He/she should be working towards or have expert industry knowledge so that they are capable of providing technical direction to team members.

COMMON TASKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE POSITION
• Installation of access control system field devices, locking hardware and head end equipment.
• Installation of video surveillance system field devices and head end equipment.
• Installation of intrusion alarm system field devices and head end equipment.
• Installation of intercom system field devices and head end equipment.
• Installation and termination of wiring for access control, video surveillance, intrusion alarm and intercom systems.
• Testing and troubleshooting of wiring for access control, video surveillance, intrusion alarm and intercom systems.
•Performing project close out system testing with the project manager and engineering team members.
• Preparation of as-built/redline drawings for the project closeout process. Attendance of project construction meetings with the project manager and client team members.
• Attendance of site walk through meetings with client team members.
• Daily reporting to the Field Installation Manager and Project Manager on project status and project needs.

Coordination and Inventory:

• Work with General Contractors and other project trades such as electrical, furniture, carpet, etc.
• Receive and inventory drop-shipped project materials.

Supervision and Guidance:

• Provide moderate supervision and guidance to Level 1 Technicians.
• Assist in training and developing Level 1 Technicians.

Troubleshooting:

• Troubleshoot telecommunication connectivity systems.

Programming:

• Program and configure Security, AV, and WiFi systems.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum two years of access control system installation experience in commercial applications.
• Minimum two years of IP video surveillance system installation experience in commercial applications.
• Access control and video surveillance system manufacturer certifications or equivalent training credentials.
• Knowledge of security wiring installation and termination methods.
• Knowledge in security industry trouble shooting methods.
• Knowledge the use of security industry test and equipment (power meters, UTP testers, tone generators).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Must be available for an "on call" service rotation.
• Must meet NYS requirements for installation, servicing or maintaining security systems.

Must have demonstrated experience:

1. in working with General Contractors and other project trades, e.g., electrical, furniture, carpet, etc.
2. with the receipt and inventory of drop-shipped project materials.
3. in programming and configuring Security, AV, and WiFi Systems

Required:

1. Valid driver's license
2. Access to a motor vehicle
3. Finger and wrist dexterity, hand/eye coordination.
4. Ability to work from heights using proper fall protection.
5. Proficiency with small hand tools and power tools.
6. Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
7. Physical ability to walk, stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and drive a vehicle.

Preferred Optional Qualifications:

• Available for off-hour assignments - weekends and nights.
• Certifications, e.g., CommScope, Corning, etc.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• Capable of operating with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel, work on remote teams while onsite performing project-driven initiatives
• Strong administrative skills and the ability to turn around deliverables in a timely fashion

Working Conditions:

• Job is usually performed in indoor/outdoor environments under multiple environmental conditions.
• Ability to accept periodic assignments that involve travel away from the immediate district office area based on client needs, business needs, and project scope.
• Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions; chemicals & solvents; mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.
• Must be able to work in the United States.