Electronic Security Installation Technician

NextGen Security LLC

Job Summary

Company 

NextGen Security, LLC 

Location 

Birmingham, AL

Industries 

Security and Surveillance 

Job Type 

Full Time Employee 

Years of Experience 

1-2 years of installation experience in security industry OR technical / electrical background

Career Level 

Entry Level

Exemption Status

Non-exempt

Technician – Southeast (Birmingham)

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking an entry level electronic security installation technician to join our fast growing and dynamic team. 

What you’ll be doing:

This position will have multiple roles ranging from: project oversight in the field, system programming, project activation and commissioning, installation of field devices and most importantly, servicing of high-end integrated security devices (access control, video management, and gunshot detection). Some overnight travel may be required.

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience with installing and maintaining OR technical / electrical background: 
  • Enterprise-level access control systems

• • Enterprise-level video management systems

• • Gunshot detection PODs on utility and lighting poles
• Networking and IT knowledge.
• Superior problem solving and communication skills.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and complete tasks in a timelymanner while abiding by safety regulations.
• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle (including bucket trucks), complying with all traffic laws.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift 25 pounds
• Familiarization with local electronic security codes and industry standards.
• Understanding and ability to work safely in a chemical plant environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Products.

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree in electrical or IT field or relevant work experience
• Experience in computer operating systems, network design and implementation.

What we bring to the table:

• Compensation based upon background and experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Full benefits package.
• Vacation.
• Cellphone Allowance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and drug- free workplace.  Pre-employment drug screens and background checks will be conducted, as well as regular DOT screening. Employees are subject to appropriate routine drug screens, based on job classification. 

Application Process

Please submit your resume, references and your requested salary range when applying for this position below. 

 
More About Us  
NextGen Security is an electronic security systems integrator that offers commercial and industrial companies best in class industry knowledge, engineering design, implementation, management and on-going maintenance services. Our company accomplishes this by hiring only the most experienced and best-qualified talent the security industry has to offer. Management team and staff members have 10-25 years of commercial and industrial security industry expertise with single site, multi-facility, plant-wide, campus-wide, regional, national and international security projects.  If that wasn’t convincing enough, check out what our employees say about working at NextGen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLQVPTlAlJM

Notice To Employment / Recruitment Agents  
Employment / Recruitment agents may only submit candidates for vacancies only if they have written authorization to do so from NextGen Security’s HR department. Any agency candidate submission may only be submitted to positions opened to the agency through openings available via NextGen Security’s website. NextGen Security will only pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented where there is a contract communication in place between the Employment / Recruitment agents and NextGen Security, and only if the candidate is submitted via approval from NextGen Security’s HR department. Candidates submitted or presented by Employment / Recruitment Agents without a full approval from NextGen Security’s HR department shall not be deemed to form part of any Engagement for which the Agency may claim remuneration.