Alarm & Low Voltage Technician

<p>Summit Access & Security is looking for an experienced Alarm & Low Voltage Technician to join our growing team in Point Pleasant, NJ.</p><p>This is a full-time field position for an experienced technician who can install, service, troubleshoot, and maintain alarm, access control, surveillance, intercom, A/V, and structured cabling systems.</p><p>We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, understands professional cable installation and system troubleshooting, and can work independently while representing Summit professionally at customer locations.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Install, service, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial alarm and low-voltage systems</li><li>Install and troubleshoot intrusion alarm systems</li><li>Install and service IP camera and video surveillance systems</li><li>Install and service access control systems</li><li>Install and troubleshoot intercom systems</li><li>Install A/V equipment and associated infrastructure</li><li>Run, dress, terminate, test, and label low-voltage cabling</li><li>Work in drop ceilings, interior and exterior walls, wire trays, and conduit</li><li>Diagnose system and wiring issues and determine appropriate repairs</li><li>Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and system drawings</li><li>Maintain clean, organized, and professional installations</li><li>Accurately document completed work and communicate issues discovered in the field</li></ul><p>Cabling Experience Required</p><p>Candidates should be experienced running and terminating:</p><ul><li>CAT6</li><li>CAT5/CAT5e</li><li>RG6</li><li>RG59</li><li>18/2</li><li>16/4</li></ul><p>Strong cable dressing, labeling, termination, testing, and overall workmanship are expected.</p><p>Preferred System Knowledge</p><p>Experience with the following is highly desirable:</p><ul><li>Napco Alarm Panels</li><li>Honeywell Alarm Panels</li><li>IP Camera Systems</li><li>CDVI Access Control</li><li>DoorKing Intercom Systems</li><li>Aiphone Intercom Systems</li></ul><p>Experience with comparable commercial alarm, access control, surveillance, and intercom platforms will also be considered.</p><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years of low-voltage/alarm industry experience</li><li>Valid driver’s license</li><li>Must have the appropriate tools for low-voltage installation and service</li><li>Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot system problems</li><li>Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Reliable, punctual, responsible, and able to work independently</li><li>Professional appearance and attitude when working at customer locations</li><li>Ability to work safely from ladders and in typical commercial construction environments</li><li>Must successfully complete Summit’s pre-employment screening requirements, including applicable background checks</li></ul><p>Why Join Summit?</p><p>Summit Access & Security is a growing multi-service security and access solutions company providing customers with alarm, access control, locksmithing, automatic doors, surveillance, and other security-related services.</p><p>We invest in our technicians and provide opportunities to expand their technical knowledge, work with multiple security technologies, and grow their careers as Summit continues to expand.</p><p>This is a full-time position based out of our Point Pleasant, NJ location.</p><p>Join Summit Access & Security and become part of a growing organization focused on technical excellence, outstanding customer service, and building a team people want to be part of.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

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