Security Systems Technician

Pacific Office Automation is one of the largest independently-owned document imaging and technology dealers in the nation.
Since 1976, we have grown to twenty-eight branches located in nine western states.
With over 40 years of success in office equipment and technology sales/service, our growth and reputation have afforded us great relationships with top manufacturers such as Canon, Sharp, Konica Minolta, HP, Ricoh, Lexmark, and many more.
At Pacific Office Automation, you’ll find an amazing technology company full of growth opportunities, great benefits, and passionate coworkers who aim to help you succeed.
Among our company goals, we aim to be a long-term employer.
That means providing employees with the training and certification they need to keep up with the fast-changing technology of our office machines, devices, and software.
At POA, we believe that all voices can and should be heard, regardless of seniority or tenure.
Position Pacific Office Automation is looking for a Security Systems Technician for service and project work at various business environment locations across Oregon.
Candidates should have experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing structured cabling systems in various environments.
This full-time position requires travel and a willingness to learn and help in other structured cabling environments if needed.
We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job.
Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates.
We value relationships and invest in our employees.
Essential Job Duties Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various cabling infrastructure.
Install security camera’s, access control and associated hardware.
Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
Assist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions.
Promptly provide clear daily updates and communicate effectively with Project Managers, customers, and technicians.
Install cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
Repair cable poles and towers.
Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
Troubleshoot issues with cable networks to ensure the proper functioning and to ensure the system meets local, county, state, or federal codes; legal and/or insurance requirements.
Adhere to all required project safety requirements Provide regular updates to Project Management on project status and current objectives.
Qualifications Experience as a Low Voltage Cable Technician.
Oregon LEA or LEB low voltage electrician license Strong background in installing and troubleshooting structured cabling systems in business environments.
Must hold a current valid State required license(s) for low voltage/burglar alarm/fire alarm/security/CCTV.
Data Cable Technician with CAT6 cabling, fiber optic, a plus Knowledge and experience with CCTV, Security Systems, and Alarm Systems is a plus.
Industry-specific certifications are a huge plus.
Please list certifications if any.
Available and willing for extensive travel, when required.
Flexible and willing to work as the job requires.
Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
Experience in conduit, WIFI, and wireless installation is a plus.
Knowledgeable in multiple termination types for multi-mode and single-mode fibers.
Knowledgeable in closeouts and MDFs.
Ability to work in cramped spaces.
Ability to operate a BOOM or scissor lift, and ability to work at heights 40 plus feet.
Must have reliable transportation.
Knowledge of cabling infrastructure.
Highly proficient with the use of smartphones, computers including email, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office programs, and ability to learn internal systems.
Has PPE, basic telecommunication tools, and all industry-associated hand tools.
Reliable transportation with required insurance coverage.
Excellent customer relationship and communication skills with Project Managers; verbal and written.
Comfortable working unsupervised Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
Benefits Awards, group events, team building Team-player environment Matched 401k Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance plans PTO, Vacation, Sick Leave FSA programs/HSA programs $60-110K/year Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Pacific Office Automation is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We celebrate our employees’ differences because we know that diversity makes us stronger.
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