Lead Installation Technician — Sterling, VA at

About the Role

The Lead ESS Installation Technician serves as a senior field supervisor, performing complex installation duties while leading and overseeing a team of technicians at client work sites. This role is critical for executing technology projects in large commercial environments, requiring a blend of hands-on technical expertise and strong leadership to ensure project success.

In this position, you will coordinate closely with project management, field superintendents, and various trades to interpret drawing packages and execute system installations. You will take ownership of job schedules, manage assigned workloads, and prioritize tasks effectively to maintain project timelines. As the senior on-site authority, you will often make independent, sound decisions regarding technical and labor-related issues, acting professionally and diplomatically with clients and key stakeholders.

Day in the Life

Your day involves a dynamic mix of technical execution and team management. You will lead installation efforts including rack buildouts, panel terminations, device IP configuration, testing, and troubleshooting for Access Control Systems (ACS), CCTV, and intercoms. A significant portion of your time is dedicated to maintaining project documentation, such as OneNote records for work accomplished, site readiness, inventory updates, and redlines/RFIs.

You will be responsible for identifying drawing or matrix issues, reporting missing or defective equipment, and communicating timeline risks to the Site Supervisor promptly. The role requires navigating active construction sites, often spending 50% or more of the day on foot, utilizing powered industrial equipment like scissor lifts and boom lifts, and ensuring all safety protocols and PPE requirements are strictly followed.

Safety and Physical Environment

This role operates within active construction environments where safety is paramount. Technicians must maintain and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure that hazards are identified and addressed promptly. The physical demands include lifting up to 40 pounds, navigating ladders and stairs, and working in varied site conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Park View High School, Old Vestal's Gap Road, Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20164, United States

Sterling, Virginia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleLead and oversee installation technicians at work sites
check_circleInterpret drawing packages and execute system installation including rack buildouts and panel terminations
check_circleIdentify drawing issues and escalate missing or defective equipment immediately
check_circleSupport technicians with installation questions and troubleshooting
check_circleMaintain OneNote records for work accomplished, site readiness, and inventory updates
check_circleManage project timelines for device installation and head-end work
check_circleEnsure safety compliance by identifying hazards and maintaining appropriate PPE

Requirements

verifiedHigh school diploma or GED
verified3+ years of experience installing access control and surveillance systems in large commercial environments
verifiedExperience supervising others
verifiedPrevious experience operating scissor lifts, forklifts, boom lifts
verifiedAbility to install, troubleshoot, and resolve issues for ACS, CCTV, and intercom systems
verifiedExperience reading construction drawings
verifiedProficiency using Teams, Outlook, OneNote, BlueBeam, Adobe Reader
verifiedKnowledge of project documentation including matrices, SRDs, UILs, JHAs, THAs, RHAs, RFIs, and redlines
verifiedAbility to follow DIV28 Specifications for Quality Control
verifiedMechanical retrofitting knowledge for door frames and electric hardware

Nice to Have

Preferred certifications or experience with Lenel OnGuard, Genetec, Avigilon, AMAG, S2, Honeywell, Software House, Bosch, or DMP.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Lenel Onguard, Genetec, Avigilon, Amag, S2, Honeywell, Software House, Bosch, DMP, Access Control.

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Frequently asked questions about Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security at Diversified

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Day-to-day, the Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security at Diversified will lead and oversee installation technicians at work sites; interpret drawing packages and execute system installation including rack buildouts and panel terminations; identify drawing issues and escalate missing or defective equipment immediately; and support technicians with installation questions and troubleshooting.

What are the requirements for this Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security role?expand_more

To qualify for the Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security at Diversified position, applicants should have: High school diploma or GED; 3+ years of experience installing access control and surveillance systems in large commercial environments; Experience supervising others; Previous experience operating scissor lifts, forklifts, boom lifts; Ability to install, troubleshoot, and resolve issues for ACS, CCTV, and intercom systems; and Experience reading construction drawings.

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Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security at Diversified is based in Park View High School, Old Vestal's Gap Road, Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia, 20164, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Diversified has listed this Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security role as on-site.

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Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security at Diversified typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.

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Key skills for Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security at Diversified include Lenel Onguard; Genetec; Avigilon; Amag; S2; Honeywell; Software House; and Bosch.

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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED required.

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Lead Installation Technician - Electronic Security