Senior Security Systems Technician

Vipond Employment Opportunity – Senior Security Systems Technician

Why join Vipond?

At Vipond, powered by API Group, we provide Fire, Life safety and Security solutions to protect what matters most to you and to our clients across the nation. As a leading provider in this industry, we have serviced the Canadian market proudly since 1945. Joining our team, means being part of a leading provider of Fire, Life safety and Security solutions, with opportunities for development, growth and future advancement.

Our team of approximately 1,100 specialists is comprised of sales representatives, professional engineers, qualified system designers, certified installers and service technicians, who demonstrate personal pride and commitment to ensure our customers are treated with the highest level of ethics, integrity and professionalism, while providing cost-effective solutions for all their fire protection and security needs. For more information about Vipond, please visit us at www.vipond.ca

Role Summary:

Our Mississauga branch is currently looking for an experienced Senior Security Systems Technician to join the team who can take responsibility for security installation projects from start to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and coordination of electronic security systems, while working closely with project managers, customers, electricians, consultants, and other trades. If you are an experienced security professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects, solving technical problems, working directly with customers, and leading installations from beginning to end, we would like to hear from you. This is an existing vacancy.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate security system installations from project start through completion.
• Install, program, test, troubleshoot, and commission electronic security systems.
• Work with access control, CCTV, intrusion alarm, intercom, and related security systems.
• Review project drawings, specifications, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment schedules.
• Coordinate site activities with project managers, customers, electricians, and other trades.
• Identify and resolve technical and installation issues in a timely manner.
• Perform system testing, commissioning, and final verification.
• Provide professional customer training on the proper operation and use of installed systems.
• Prepare and maintain accurate service reports, commissioning documentation, as-builts, deficiency lists, and other project documentation.
• Maintain a high level of safety, professionalism, and customer service.
• Ensure installations are completed in accordance with project specifications, manufacturer requirements, and applicable standards.
• Assist with project planning, material requirements, and technical coordination when required.
• Provide technical leadership and support to other technicians on site.

Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Post-secondary education/certification/diploma preferably in Electronic Technician Certificate/Diploma or Computer Networking Courses.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a security systems technician preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, technical and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and understand security drawings, specifications, wiring diagrams, and risers.
• Experience with network-connected security systems is an asset.
• Ability to lead technicians and coordinate site activities.
• Must have a valid Class G driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Experience with several of the following systems is preferred:
• Intrusion/Alarm Systems (DSC, Honeywell, Other commercial security alarm systems)
• CCTV/Video Management (Genetec, Milestone)
• Access Control (Software House/CCURE, Genetec Synergis, Avigilon, RBH)
• Intercom (Hearding, Aiphone)

More about the position:

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned projects.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work well under pressure are essential.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Occasional travel to project sites may be required
• Overtime may be required depending on project requirements

What Vipond offers you:

· Competitive compensation

· Comprehensive health and dental benefits package

· Defined Contribution Pension plan

· Employee Stock Purchase Program

· Employee Profit Sharing Plan

· Company vehicle and gas card

· Diverse Workforce. Vipond has a great company culture and is an equal opportunity employer

· Be part of a winning organization

· Opportunities to advance your career

· Work in a specialized, essential and rapidly growing life safety industry

· Employee Discounts

· Learning, Training and Development opportunities

· Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial, institutional, and government security projects.

· Reward and Recognition Program

· Safe and secure work environment

· Supporting company and team culture

· Salary Range: $35.00-$42.00 per hour

Background Check Requirements:

As a condition of employment, this position may be subject to the successful completion of the following pre-employment conditions:

· Criminal Background Check

· Reference Check

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Pay: $35.00-$42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Work Location: In person