Senior Technician - Security

The Senior Technician - Security; will provide efficient and high-quality installations related to integrated security systems. This position will require a high level of project involvement, including the physical installation, testing and closing-out process. 

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject matter expert and mentor to assigned team of technicians
• Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all Security systems at customer sites
• Installation will include, but not limited to: Video Surveillance systems, IP and Analog cameras, wireless, Access Control panels, Intrusion Panels, magnetic locks, card readers, motion sensors, door contacts, electric door strikes, etc.
• Perform assigned projects within scope, in a timely manner, and on budget
• Provide customers with system operation and training
• Excellent attention to detail including maintaining concise daily records and following of operational standards and practices
• Coordinate with Project Management and Field Technicians for project scheduling
• Please note; at times you may be required to perform shift work between 3:30pm - 11:30pm 

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of  5+ years of experience installing video surveillance/access control systems:
  • Video Surveillance: Genetec, Milestone, Exaqc, Axis, Hanawa,  etc.
  • Access Control: RS2, S2, Lenel, Genetec, Feenics, etc.
  • Intrusion: DMP
• Exposure to several different security platforms and technologies with the goal of creating cohesive solutions for our customers
• Must be able to work both independently and with a team
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, engineers, PM’s, techs, etc., both written and verbal
• Valid US drivers license with acceptable 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Any additional security experience including intrusion detection, alarms, intercoms, etc.
• Related certifications
• EL06 Electrical License
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Demonstrated Professional Competencies:

• Professional written and verbal communication
• Ability to troubleshooting skills and exceptional customer service
• Ability to solve practical problems and carry out responsibilities under minimal supervision
• Ability to organize workload for effective implementation
• Ability to complete projects on time and on budget
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves

Physical Demands

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required.

BENEFITS:
Colleagues and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, company provided basic life insurance and AD&D and short-term disability, telemedicine & virtual counseling.  Voluntary insurances offered include life insurance and AD&D, short-term disability (buy-up option), long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, and HSA & FSA accounts. Colleagues may also enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan.  Colleagues will also receive PTO (paid time off), sick leave, and 7 paid holidays.

Company Info:

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United Stated and Canada, and nearly 1,600 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 858-668-1705 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

We thank you for your application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.