Technician II - Security (Alarms)

at  Paladin Technologies

As a Technician II Security Alarms with Paladin Technologies, you will collaboratively review, understand, analyze (for correctness), and implement installation blueprints and plans from Project Managers and Sales Teams to complete installations.
This role requires the ability and know how to properly complete the installation, understand and follow the BOM, and be capable of making adjustments or finding alternative solutions as needed to complete installations to client satisfaction.
We expect all employees to represent Paladin in a professional manner in line with our values of a leadership mindset, people development, team, and client-focused. Though based in Ottawa you may be required to travel to job sites throughout the region.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1 - 5 years of experience in a technical role within the integrated security industry
• Knowledge of alarm systems ( Bosch, DSC, DMP, Honeywell, ICT)
• Understand alarm installation requirements (residential and commercial), along with monitoring/programming
• Ability to properly read alarm blueprints, submittals and operation/product manuals.
• Understanding of Low Voltage standards and codes
• Security Worker License
• Knowledge on other security systems (Access Control, CCTV, Intercom) is an asset
• Postsecondary training in electronics or equivalent is considered an asset
• Vendor Certification in low voltage systems is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience leading installations at the site level is preferred.
• Programming experience preferred
• Valid Driver’s License with clean abstract
• Ability to use hand and specialty tools associated with the industry
• Ability to lift 50lbs consistently
• Capable of prolonged standing/walking
• Able to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills

• Installing and servicing electronic security systems, including intrusion systems and field devices
• Pre-wiring, installing, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Provide customer with training for proper system usage, and respond to technical inquiries
• Relationship building with clients and prospects for future opportunities
• Administrative duties including project updates to Project Managers, completing and filing all project documentation
• Mentoring, coaching, and training of other technicians
• You may be required to be “on-call” before or after your regularly scheduled hours, and/or on a day when you are not regularly scheduled to work
• You may be required to work “night shifts” when needed based on project/service requirements