Security Systems Technician / Installer

Job Title: Security Systems Technician – Low Voltage / Access Control

Company: Undisclosed / Growing Commercial Security Contractor
Location: Downtown Vancouver & Greater Vancouver (On-site)
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $36–$42 per hour, based on experience

About the Company

This growing Vancouver-based security systems contractor specializes in low-voltage installations across commercial and multifamily projects throughout Downtown Vancouver and the Greater Vancouver area. The team delivers repeatable, high-quality access control, CCTV, and intercom solutions in active construction environments. With a small, capable team and a strong reputation among general contractors and property managers, the company emphasizes autonomy, technical excellence, and clean, professional installations.

About the Role

As a Security Systems Technician – Low Voltage / Access Control, you will play a key role in delivering commercial and multifamily security projects with minimal supervision. This position is designed for a technician who is independent, technically strong, and confident running projects end-to-end without constant oversight. You'll work on short-duration, well-scoped projects while collaborating with general contractors, subtrades, building managers, and commercial clients. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, problem-solving, and pride in workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and service low-voltage security systems including access control, CCTV, and intercom/enterphone systems

• Program, initialize, and troubleshoot backend system components

• Plan cable routes; pull wire; terminate devices; label and document installations

• Read manuals, interpret installation guides, and configure equipment correctly

• Work safely indoors and outdoors, including ladder and scissor lift use

• Operate effectively in active construction environments

• Provide basic client training during system handover

• Perform service calls (experience strongly preferred)

• Coordinate with the lead technician for estimating and invoicing support (administrative responsibility remains with lead tech)

• Represent the company professionally on commercial job sites

• Maintain clean, organized, and code-compliant installations

Requirements

• Security Worker / Security Systems Technician License (BC) – required

• Valid Class 5 Drivers License – required

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a security or low-voltage technician

• Proven ability to troubleshoot systems independently

• Strong wire-pulling skills and confident tool handling

• Basic electrical knowledge, including conduit, EMT bending, and fitting strikes

• Ability to plan cable runs and build backend systems

• Comfortable problem-solving mid-install without constant supervision

• Physically capable of wire pulls, ladder work, and equipment handling

Assets (Not Required but Highly Valued):

• Alarm ticket

• Journeyman Electrician certification

• Experience with:

  • Access Control: Keyscan, ICT, CDVI, Kantech

  • Intercom/Entry: Mircom, Enterphone, SES TEC

  • CCTV: HikVision, Hanwha, Panasonic, GeoVision

• Service work experience (major bonus)

• Conduit experience

What We Offer

• Hourly pay of $36–$42, based on experience

• Take-home company vehicle with gas and insurance covered

• Tools provided, including pipe bender, drill, and specialty tools

• 8-hour shifts with flexible start and finish times

• Two (2) weeks paid vacation to start

• Team-focused culture with breakfasts, beers, and team events

• Supportive, learning-focused environment with continuing education

• Benefits introduced Q1 2026

• Stable project flow with consistent scopes and repeatable installs

• Opportunity to grow into a highly autonomous, trusted technician role