Security Systems Lead Technician

Digi Security Systems is an industry leader in the design, installation and support of custom video surveillance, electronic access control, and intrusion detection solutions for public and private partners. We've built our reputation on innovation and reliable service, and we're known as the industry's experts.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Technician to join our operations in the Dallas, TX area. Lead Technicians are assistant supervisors to the Project Leads on site, and are responsible for leading other installers in performing access control and camera installations. This individual must have at least 2-3 years of direct experience of direct experience in the installation of Access Control, CCTV, and/or Burglar Alarms in a large-scale commercial setting, such as schools, hospitals, warehouses, etc. Work is primarily located in the DFW area, but Digi occasionally does travel throughout the Texas region, and overnight travel may be required up to 50% of the time.

Digi's hourly rates are structured based on skill set. The below base rates are negotiable based on tenure/level of experience -

Cabling Technicians (some commercial cabling knowledge): $23+ /hour

Experienced Technicians (cabling and some Access control/CCTV knowledge): $25+ /hour

Lead Technicians (cabling, CCTV, full Access Control knowledge): $28+ /hour

Main Responsibilities

• Installation: Responsible for the professional installation of cabling, access control components, CCTV systems, and motion/intrusion/alarm systems. Lead by example by upholding the highest installation standards in the industry.
• Hand Tools and Inventory: Safely operate various hand tools, work at heights on ladders and lifts, keep accurate truck inventory, and maintain safety standards on-site and off.
• Documentation: Perform computer program entry as required and prepare documentation for the purpose of providing written support in compliance with regulations and/or conveying information.
• Communication: Respectfully communicates with all coworkers and Project Lead on daily progress and documents all necessary information.
• Work Planning: Responsible for reading and understanding technical drawings, assigned project documentation and work orders including scope of work.
• Customer Service: Consistently communicate with the Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and Project Lead to ensure complete customer satisfaction.

Benefits:

• 30 hours PTO plus 2 week vacation accrual rate
• 3 week vacation accrual rate after first year of employment
• 7 company-wide paid holidays throughout the year
• Travel pay incentives
• 401k plan w/corporate matching structure offered
• Full health benefits-medical, dental and vision offered
• Included life insurance, additional voluntary life insurance offered
• Accident/critical illness insurance offered
• Full set of Hilti tools
• All hand tools and consumables paid for by company
• Ample paid training and voluntary professional development opportunities
• Company laptop, company phone, uniforms and gear
• Yearly stipend for steel-toed boots and work pants
• Company vehicles provided to Lead and Project Lead technicians
• Overtime and bonus pay opportunities

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work from ladders or man lifts at extended heights.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be comfortable standing for long periods of time and complete overhead work for long periods of time.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license in the state of which you are applying and have the ability to meet our company driving standards.

Disclaimer: This job description is not all encompassing of job responsibilities and is not in any way a binding document. It does not affect the at will nature of employment at Digi Security Systems.

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