Lead Technician Security Systems

• Location 27260 Haggerty Road,Ste A1,Farmington Hills, MI, 48331,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Low-Voltage / Technology Integration Technician to lead field installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and service for commercial and residential technology projects. This is a hands-on role for a technician who can work independently, solve problems in the field, communicate professionally with customers and contractors, and take pride in high-quality workmanship. This position supports the needs and activities of supervisors/managers and must be able to display a friendly and helpful attitude while working with fellow associates and clients.

• The primary responsibility of this position is to perform installation, service, and testing of burglar and fire alarms, low voltage cabling, access control, and CCTV systems.
• The Lead Technician will have the capability to configure and test at least two systems each for burglar and/or fire alarms, access control, and CCTVs.
• Know how to read schematics, layouts, and floor plans to complete installations from the ground up.
• Run wiring and circuits, install hardware, and attach electrical wires.
• Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, floors, and other areas as required.
• Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls.
• Position and terminate cables, wires, and strapping.
• Mount and fasten control panels and other security equipment, including but not limited to camera equipment and access control equipment.
• Prepares written reports and documentation of service and installation.
• Request equipment and supplies to maintain inventory and complete assignments.
• Attend meetings, workshops, training, and seminars to further information required to perform job functions.
• Inspects and tests systems, batteries, and electrical wiring; adjusts and repairs as required.
• Replaces malfunctioning hardware when necessary.
• Build and wire network racks for equipment.
• Explains and demonstrates system function and operation to end users.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and troubleshoot products and systems, and perform repairs as necessary.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget with the Operation Manager’s support.
• Provide proposed design changes.
• Installing software and performing configuration including confirming IP addresses for alarms, access control, and CCTV.
• Ensures systems comply with electrical and fire codes.
• Mentor junior technicians and provide technical leadership in the field.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Oversee a team of technicians to ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications .
• Delegates work and assignments to team members based on expertise, work experience, and time constraints.
• Assists with onsite training of new technician staff.
• Other supervisory duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical school training is highly preferred.
• Three to Five years of related experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of installing burglar and/or fire alarms, access control, and CCTV systems.

You must be motivated, engaged, ambitious, and looking to build a long-term career. And must be prepared to work as part of a team, acting quickly and professionally as you respond to urgent, potentially stressful situations. Display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills as you will interact with a variety of clients, and staff in addition to external visitors.

Please note:

Hire for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a thorough background check, including criminal, motor vehicle,…