Security Systems Technician

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a fast-moving global company with a family feel? A job where you could have an impact?

RHEA Canada is looking for physical security technicians near Matsqui, BC, to support work on client premises. The role requires daily on-site work at a single location, and provides regular Monday-Friday hours (with rotating on-call requirements). The routine workday follows normal business hours.

Tasks and Activities

The scope of work will include:

• Supporting the maintenance, calibration, repair, and inspection of technical security systems involving multiple technologies such as (but not limited to): CCTV and video surveillance systems, electronic access control systems, complex communications systems (radio, intercom, etc.), x-ray machines, alarm systems, etc.
• Reviewing a broad scope of technical criteria.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and/or blueprints (and suggesting improvements, as appropriate).
• Monitoring work package activities and reporting to the team lead, as required.
• Ad-hoc activities may include training new technicians, making suggestions on replacement components or devices, etc.
• Inspecting items to determine the requirements for repair
• Installing electronic equipment and/or components.
• Repairing electronic equipment and/or components.
• Inspecting and testing electronic equipment.
• Repairing or replacing defective or worn-out parts and components.
• Testing and adjusting repaired products for proper functioning.
• Adjusting, aligning, replacing, or repairing electronic equipment and assemblies.
• Completing work orders, testing, and maintenance reports.
• Preparing cost estimates.
• Routine use of hand tools and power tools.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience

The following education and credentials are required:

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field or equivalent experience (5+ years).

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• Minimum of 1 years' experience as a security system technician, including the use of hand tools and MS Office
• Must qualify for a Government of Canada security clearance.
• Must be professionally fluent in English.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

The following skills and experience would be highly desirable:

• Any additional experience

Working Conditions

• Hours: This is a full-time, permanent role covering a 40-hour workweek, Monday to Friday (daytime), with opportunities for overtime and on-call requirements.
• Location: This is onsite, in workshops hosted on client site
• Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000 annually as a baseline, plus on-call premiums and overtime compensation: a conservative estimate would be $65,000 to $70,000 in total annual income. Benefits & 3 weeks' vacation are also included.

Why should you apply?

• You will have the opportunity to work with a larger company and an international team
• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• Benefits include competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, personalized training and development programmes

We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals and ex-service personnel.

About RHEA Canada

RHEA Canada is a professional engineering and solutions company, offering IT, Physical Security, and Cyber Security services and solutions for government, defence, and other critical infrastructure organizations across Canada. Our clients include the Government of Canada, Department of National Defence, NATO, and commercial engineering companies.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person