Lead Access Control Technician - Houston

Why Pref-Tech?

Voted "Top Workplaces", 2 years in a row by Houston Chronicle. We aim to make “family” a core reason we attract incredible people, retain them, and collectively deliver unequaled quality and service to customers.  If your heart and mind are pushing you to join a team who deeply desires to be the best in the world, has a long-game approach to business, prides itself on doing exceptional work, celebrates service to others, and is willing to invest in you, you should consider Pref-Tech. 

Compensation:

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for 4-6 years of experience installing and programming Software House C CURE 9000 in the Healthcare Industry (must have Software House Certification)
• Inclusion in Operational Incentive Program, which shares excess profits as bonuses.
• 4% Matching 401K
• Health, dental, and other elective insurances
• Company vehicle

Position Overview:

• Responsible for leading a small team of security and/or cabling technicians to complete access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related projects safely, within time constraints, at or above quality standards, and within budget. 
• Assisting Project Managers with planning daily tasks, managing materials and equipment, executing installations, troubleshooting, and resolving issues, communicating with customers, reporting progress, conducting quality control inspections, and testing systems.

The following are tasks that the position is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Conduct safety meetings with team.
• Lead, coach, train, manage, and mentor technician team.
• Install cabling, mount equipment, install card readers, door contacts, mag locks, electrified strikes, and integrated systems.
• Troubleshoot cabling, card readers, door contacts, mag locks, electrified strikes, cameras, PLC's, intrusion detection equipment, and integrated systems.
• Maintain a mastery of low voltage systems, relays, principals of normally closed/normally open, series and parallel wiring.
• Maintain a general understanding of Ethernet networking.
• Use a multi-meter to test for voltage, continuity, amperage, and resistance.
• Possess mechanical and computer skills.
• Operate hand tools and equipment necessary to perform all associated tasks, to include lifts.
• Document and report progress in a timely manner to Project Managers and customers.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal for with internal staff and customers.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 5 years of relevant security experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant leadership experience.
• Familiarity with the following systems:
  • Access Control
    • Software House
    • Genetec
    • Honeywell
    • HID
    • Mercury
    • LifeSafety Power
  • Video Surveillance/CCTV
    • Genetec
    • ipConfigure
    • Axis
    • Hanwha Techwin
  • Intrusion Detection
    • DMP
    • Honeywell Vista
  • Structured Cabling
    • Panduit
    • Commscope

• Willingness to take on new challenges and build on current skills.
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks like walking, standing, driving, lifting up to 50lbs unassisted, and ascending / descending ladders and stairs of varying heights with little to no limitation.
• Currently licensed or must have the ability to immediately obtain TXDPS Security License.
• Graduate, GED or equivalent.

Work Hours: 

Must be willing to work days and nights. There is no set schedule for field personnel as work schedules vary depending on client needs.

Core Values:

First and foremost, at Pref-Tech, you must understand, internalize, and represent our PGRIT Core Values:

• Professionalism: Our expectations are high, we take great pride in our work, and we communicate well.
• Grit: We thrive on challenges.  We do what it takes to get the job done.
• Right: We know what right is and do it every time.
• Intelligent Thought: We plan meticulously, execute decisively, and resolve issues effectively.
• Trusted Advisors: We are experts. We continuously develop our knowledge and transfer that knowledge to each other, our customers, and our vendors.

You must also fulfill our purpose statement within all decisions and actions in performance of your job and when representing Pref-Tech:

“Within a family culture, nurture and inspire our employees to creatively resolve customer pain using the highest level of craftsmanship and service.”

Contact Information:

recruiting@pref-tech.com

Additional Information:

Preferred Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to workforce diversity. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. We offer a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen.  All applications and resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted for an interview.