Under the guidance of engineering team members and supervision of lead installation technicians the Installation Technician-I supports the installation of various security, surveillance, access control systems, and associated equipment. Specific duties include the following:

• Measure, cut, splice, connect, solder, and install wire and cable.

• Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, replace, or adjust components using hand tools and test equipment.

• Read and understand schematics, wire diagrams, and technical drawings.

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including adjustment and repairs.

• Assemble, disassemble, and install video and data communication lines and hardware, computer systems, and security and surveillance systems using hand and power tools.

• Apply basic electrical theory (voltage, amperes, and ohms).

• Climb poles and ladders, construct camera pole and roof mounts and/or reinforcements, and mix concrete to enable equipment installation.

• Clean and maintain tools, test equipment, and motor vehicles.

• Complete log books, expense vouchers, and verbal and written status reports as directed.

• Dig holes or trenches and mix concrete to enable equipment installation.

• Attend and successfully complete training classes covering core knowledge required for the

installation, maintenance, and repair of technical and physical security equipment within 90 days after

date of hire.

• Conducts personal safety check and adheres to established safety standards, guidelines, and directives.

• Perform other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Completion of a technical school program or experience as an electrician’s helper or equivalent job

with rudimentary knowledge of basic electric theory or minimum of twelve months basic construction

experience.

• Fundamental understanding of basic hand and power tool use.

• Valid driver’s license; able to meet company safe driving requirements.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.

• Good interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.

• Basic understanding of computer concepts, applications, and configuration; electronic and computer

equipment hardware and software, and operation of telecommunications broadcasting, switching, and

control.

• Ability to work designated schedule as well as maintain attendance and punctuality.

• Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision

technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

• Ability to travel (approximately 75% of the time) to remote US locations.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.

• Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments exposed to varying high or low temperatures.

• Must have sufficient physical agility to walk, climb, stand, crawl, and stretch on a continuing basis.

• Must be able to work at moderately high heights up to 40 feet above the ground using bucket trucks, scissor lifts, and ladders.