What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Systems Installer position at Talent Edge Recruiting?
About the Opportunity:
Join a growing commercial technology and systems integration company located in Clifton, New Jersey that delivers physical security, infrastructure, managed technology, cybersecurity, and audio-visual solutions throughout the Tri-State area. This organization values accountability, dependability, grit, and long-term career growth, offering employees opportunities to advance into service coordination, engineering, and other leadership-focused roles.
Position Overview:
We're seeking a Security Field Install Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial security systems for customers throughout New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut. This is a field-based role with a company vehicle provided and exposure to a wide variety of commercial construction and technology projects.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Install commercial access control systems
- Install and maintain surveillance and camera systems
- Install alarm and intrusion detection systems
- Perform troubleshooting of hardware, wiring, and network connectivity
- Install and configure systems including Genetec, S2, Lenel, and Software House platforms
- Install panels, card readers, cameras, and related security hardware
- Pick up project materials and prepare job sites
- Support commercial new construction and renovation projects
- Participate in rotating on-call support as assigned
Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience installing or servicing commercial security systems
- Experience with access control, CCTV, alarms, and low-voltage systems
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware and network-related issues
- Strong accountability, dependability, and work ethic
- Ability to travel throughout the Tri-State area
- Previous experience as an Installation Technician or Service Technician preferred
- Commercial security installation experience
- Experience with Genetec, S2, Lenel, or Software House
- Bucket truck experience
Schedule & Travel:
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Typical schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Service territory includes NJ, NY, and CT
- Occasional overtime
- Rare overnight travel may be required
Compensation:
- Up to $50/hour based on experience
- Tier 1: $25-$35/hour - Tier 2: $35-$40/hour
- Senior Level: $40-$50/hour
- Overtime available as business needs require
- $350 weekly on-call stipend when assigned
- Minimum 4 hours overtime pay when dispatched for an after-hours service call
Benefits:
- Company vehicle provided
- Gas and toll expenses covered for installation work
- 401(k) plan
- Company match available
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Employee-focused culture with company events and team activities
Salary : $25 - $35