Field Security Technician - Commercial Electronic / Integrated Security Systems (Job number: 1414)

We are seeking an Electronic Security System Technician / Installer to join our federal team supporting the Washington D.C. Metro area. This role will help support multiple of our project sites around the local area. A company vehicle is provided.

 

At Johnson Controls, we support our nation’s most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.

Pay range: $36.00 - $42.00 per hour. Negotiable based on experience. 

Company vehicle: Yes

Shift: Day shift, Monday-Friday. 
Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment

As a Security System Installer, you will:

 

• Conduct installation work for a variety of low voltage Electronic Security Systems (ESS) to include, but not limited to, access controls, intrusion detection, and camera systems. Specific systems include, but not limited to: SoftwareHouse C-cure 9000, Lenel, Bosch, MDI, Genetec, Vindicator and American Dynamics.
• Installs security devices and infrastructure in accordance with installation plan according to the national electric code, company and customer guidelines
• Completes security system programming and setup.
• Conducts testing to ensure proper operation of equipment after installation or repairs
• Conducts testing of system to the signal-receiving center to properly establish service.
• Coordinates installations with police/fire departments and handles necessary records for notification of emergency calls.
• May help prepare estimates in accordance with prescribed instructions or directions from supervisor
• Conducts End-User training.
• Works safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property, loss of unused materials and cleans up installation debris.
• Performs other duties as required
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience installing, inspecting, troubleshooting and/or repairing commercial and/or industrial electronic security systems (intrusion detection, access control, CCTV and digital recording systems).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, while establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Capable of using hand and power tools to properly mount and secure equipment
• Works well unsupervised and also as part of a team environment
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance required. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency working with Softwarehouse C-cure 9000 or Lenel software
• Proficiency working with commercial and/or industrial camera systems. Experience working with Bosch, MDI, and/or American Dynamics preferred.
• Active Department of Defense clearance (or one that was active within the last 2 years) preferred
  

 

Preferred Education:

• Active Softwarehouse C-Cure 9000 or Lenel certifications

Who We Are

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world`s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.

 

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