Access Control Technician

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today we manufacture thousands of products generate an excess of $1B in revenue and employ more than 5800 associates worldwide. At AFL we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

Job Summary

The Access Control Field Field Technician will be responsible for installing programing testing inspecting troubleshooting and repairing commercial intrusion access control and video surveillance. This includes supporting subsystems; such as raceways and conduit racks and backboards power supplies and surge protection and redundant telecommunication equipment. As a Security Systems Technician you can be assigned to a single project or multiple projects depending on size and complexity. You must be able to motivate work crews develop intimate customer relationships and ensure timely high quality installations that meet company customer manufacturer and industry requirements. The technician will establish positive contact with the customer process necessary documentation and complete a scope of work to company customer and industry standards.

Only local candidates will be considered.

Make a move and expand your opportunities take your career to the next level with AFL. Weve enjoyed a rich history of innovation and success through a commitment to our team members and customers. Now were poised to lead with state-of-the-art security solutions and a real-time response to threats that impact personnel safety and asset protection. We offer a competitive compensation a comprehensive benefits package a company vehicle continued professional development and outstanding advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean neat professional appearance Wearing the company uniform during all project related duties unless specifically directed otherwise by a superior.
• Accept direction and critiques from Team Members in higher classifications.
• Install intrusion access control and surveillance systems in commercial environments
• Provide basic programming; such as adding sensors cameras and readers to existing systems
• Test inspect and perform routine preventative maintenance
• Troubleshoot diagnose and repair faulty equipment
• Support manufacturer warranties including RMA submissions
• Conduct walk-throughs identify areas of concern ensure a complete project plan monitor and report progress and maintain safety standards.
• Assign tasks manage output and report results to project manager or team lead as required
• Maintain and support corporate values policies and procedures and safety standards
• Participate in afterhours on-call rotation schedule including weekends and holidays
• Notify project manager or team lead of material deficiencies needed to complete scope of work
• Identify risk to customers reporting directly to team lead or project manager
• Maintain client privacy and personal professionalism at all times
• Monitor inventory of service parts and condition of assigned tools
• Attend routine meetings and safety briefings
• Receive continuing education as necessary for licensing
• Train and support team members with lower classifications
• Perform additional functions deemed within general skill and ability

Personal Qualities

• Analytical Thinking Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound decision
• Conflict Management and Resolution Skills - Build consensus anticipate and solve problems
• Results focused Ability to organize and manage multiple and at time competing priorities
• Communication Skills Demonstrate communication skills both verbal and nonverbal tohelp facilitate the sharing of information between people within the company and our clients.
• Relationship building skills ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce

Qualifications

• Must have 5 years of direct industry experience.
• Must have knowledge of UL NFPA NEC and building standards.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of construction and electrical wiring as well as a strong comprehension of blueprints.
• A demonstrated proficiency in network based systems is preferred.
• Strong communication skills attention to detail and follow through
• Valid Drivers License
• Finger & wrist dexterity & hand/eye coordination.
• Necessary vision to work with small color coded wiring
• Ability to work from heights such as man lifts scissor lifts & roof tops utilizing proper fall protection.
• Ability to use small hand tools.
• Ability to use power tools.
• Climbing of stairs ladders and/or scaffolds.
• Ability to walk stand bend lift up to 50 lbs. and drive a vehicle.
• Proficient in MS Office specifically Excel Word Visio and Power Point
• Excellent Customer Service skills.

Working Conditions

• Job is usually performed indoor environments under controlled environmental conditions.
• Ability to accept periodic assignments that involve travel away from immediate district office area based on client needs business needs and project scope.
• Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions; chemicals & solvents; mechanical electrical and/or other hazards.
• General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. But ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required.
• Regional travel required.
• Must be able to work in the United States.

Required Experience:

IC