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- Install, terminate, test, label, and troubleshoot Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A structured cabling.
- Pull and route low-voltage cable through ceilings, walls, conduit, cable trays, and other approved pathways.
- Install and terminate patch panels, network jacks, keystone modules, and related structured-cabling components.
- Install network and telecommunications racks, cabinets, cable management, and associated equipment.
- Test installed cabling using appropriate cable-testing equipment and correct identified faults.
- Install, mount, aim, configure, and test IP security cameras and surveillance equipment.
- Install and connect NVRs, PoE switches, camera power equipment, and related security infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot camera connectivity, cabling, power, positioning, and recording issues.
- Install and service electronic door access-control systems.
- Install card readers, keypads, door position switches, request-to-exit devices, and access-control controllers.
- Install and connect electric door strikes, magnetic locks (maglocks), and other electrified door hardware.
- Install low-voltage power supplies and associated access-control wiring.
- Assist with door hardware installation and adjustment as required for proper access-control operation.
- Test doors and access-control components to verify proper locking, unlocking, egress, and system operation.
- Perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting for IP-connected cameras and security devices.
- Identify and troubleshoot wiring, termination, connectivity, and hardware problems.
- Read and follow floor plans, installation drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications.
- Label cables, equipment, patch panels, cameras, and access-control devices according to project requirements.
- Maintain accurate installation documentation, test results, equipment information, and photographs.
- Coordinate professionally with customers, project managers, IT personnel, electricians, locksmiths, and other trades.
- Maintain clean, organized, and professional installation sites.
- Follow all applicable workplace safety procedures and customer-site requirements.
- 2+ years of low-voltage installation experience preferred.
- Hands-on experience pulling and terminating structured cabling.
- Experience with Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A cabling and RJ45 termination.
- Experience installing commercial IP security cameras.
- Experience with door access-control systems and electrified door hardware.
- Familiarity with electric strikes and magnetic locks.
- Ability to install and troubleshoot readers, door contacts, request-to-exit devices, and associated wiring.
- Basic understanding of Ethernet networking, TCP/IP, PoE, switches, and IP addressing.
- Ability to use cable testers, tone generators/probes, multimeters, hand tools, drills, and other installation equipment.
- Ability to read wiring diagrams, floor plans, and technical drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Professional communication and customer-service skills.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass background checks and customer-site screening requirements.
- Structured cabling
- Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A
- Fiber-optic cabling
- IP security cameras
- CCTV/video surveillance
- NVR systems
- PoE cameras and switches
- Electronic access control
- Card readers and keypads
- Electric strikes
- Magnetic locks / maglocks
- Request-to-exit devices
- Door position sensors
- Access-control panels/controllers
- Low-voltage power supplies
- Commercial door hardware
- Network racks and patch panels
- Cable testing and certification
- Commercial or government facility installations
- Cable testers and certifiers
- Tone generators and probes
- Multimeters
- Punch-down tools
- RJ45 crimping and termination tools
- Fish tape and cable-pulling equipment
- Drills and standard power tools
- Ladders and lifts
- Network racks and patch panels
- PoE network equipment
- Access-control wiring and power supplies
- Security camera mounting and installation hardware
- Ability to lift and carry up to approximately 50 pounds.
- Ability to climb and work from ladders and lifts.
- Ability to work above ceilings and in telecommunications rooms and other commercial installation environments.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform physical installation work for extended periods.
- Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
- BICSI Installer or Technician
- CompTIA Network+
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- Manufacturer-specific security camera certifications
- Manufacturer-specific access-control certifications
- Structured cabling or fiber certifications
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