Intrusion Alarm Technician

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General Skills

• Good work habits including the ability to show up on time and ready to work.
• Be able to carry 50 lbs, set up and work from ladders and platforms and, work from lifts using appropriate harness equipment.
• Have and maintain a valid drivers license.
• The ability to work within OSHA, State and local regulations.
• Must have the ability to work in both subfloor and ceiling locations.
• Must have the ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• The ability to apply industry, company and customer safety standards.
• The ability to listen and learn from Technicians, Project Managers  
• Have good communication skills and strive for excellent customer service both at the job site and at the office.

Technical skills

Installation and repair of:

• Commercial DSC, DMP, Honeywell and Bosch alarm systems

•  Security systems experience preferred
• Installation and repair of Cat5e and Cat 6 network cabling and its related pathway appliances including but not limited to J-hooks and cable trays.

• Be able to read blueprints and tech drawings to determine pathways and installation appliances.
• Be able to follow customer and company requirements in placement of fire stop when needed.
• Termination and cable runs should appear neat, tidy and be properly labeled to company standards.
• Strong communication skills are necessary between Technicians, Apprentices and Project Managers.

Additional useful skills at all levels:

• The ability to install and troubleshoot WiFi and wired networks using industry standard routers and switches.
• Be able to learn on the job using logic skills and online resources.

Basic hand tools are required. Specialty tools provided.

Must be willing to travel

Additional Experience a Plus:

Access Control, CCTV and/or Alarm Systems