Security Systems Technician

3 days ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Employment Process Group Full time


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


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