Security Systems Technician / Installer

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