Senior Electronic Security Technician

When you join Tusco, you not only become a member of one of the most respected perimeter security solutions teams, but you also become a member of the Tusco family. If you are motivated to achieve success with a rapidly growing security solutions leader Tusco is interested in you!

Tusco has become an award-winning organization through PERFORMANCE excellence, shared EXPERIENCE
, a positive ATTITUDE and trusting RELATIONSHIPS which define our Core Values. If you feel you align with these attributes let’s talk!

We are currently seeking:
Senior Electronic Security Technician

The Senior Electronic Security Technician will oversee daily operations at assigned worksites under the leadership of a Project or Operations Manager to ensure the completion of assigned tasks or projects in a safe and efficient manner. The Senior Electronic Security Technician will also serve as the point of contact between the Customer and Operations.

• Ensures that ES division systems and projects are completed on time and under budget.
• Leads installation, termination, testing, labeling, and building communications closets.
• Participates in continuing education to stay up to date on industry standards.
• Trains ES Technicians to ensure everyone has knowledge of the systems being installed.
• Leads installation, termination, testing, and programming of Access Control, CCTV, Intrusion, and other systems.
• Ensure technicians are meeting TUSCO and industry standards.
• Responsible for ensuring a safe work environment and for ensuring technicians are meeting all TUSCO and OSHA safety standards.
• Takes an active role in the maintenance of TUSCO equipment, tools, and trucks.
• Follows Project Manager and Operations Manager's instructions.
• On federal/government contract sites, follows all site-specific security protocols, including badge/escort procedures and controlled access requirements.
• Handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and CUI-marked drawings/documents in accordance with DFARS  and site-specific handling procedures; ensures crew members are briefed on CUI marking, storage, and transmission restrictions before working with such material.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Must have understanding of NFPA 101 and electronic access control systems.
• Must have thorough understanding of DC Voltage Principles, Relay Logic, and IEEE 802.3x Standards.
• Must be able to explain DC Voltage Principles and Relay Logic to field colleagues.
• Must be able to read and interpret architectural prints, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Must have working knowledge of manufacturer platform hardware. This includes installation, configuration, and basic troubleshooting of :
• Life safety Power Enclosures/Boards
• ALTRONIX Power Enclosures/Boards
• C-CURE 9000 - GCM / ACM / I8 & R8 Boards
• Gallagher Command Centre – 6000 & 7000 Series Controllers/Hardware
• Mercury Security Hardware – Lenel OnGuard, Genetec Security Center, Avigilon ACM etc..
• Must have basic working knowledge of networking and be able to navigate changing IP addresses in network devices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.
• Ability to follow highly complex directions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding, including work at heights.
• Ability to work in attics, crawlspaces, communications closets, and other confined spaces.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and reach overhead for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions on job sites.
• Ability to perform physical installation tasks including pulling cable, mounting hardware, and terminating devices.

• Must be eligible to pass a government-required background investigation/suitability check for access to federal and military installations (e.g., USACE sites).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any site-specific access credentials (e.g., CAC-sponsored escort, base access badges).
• Subject to drug screening and…