Security Technician

Tri-City Technologies is hiring an experienced Technician to install, commission, and service IP-based video surveillance and electronic access control systems across our growing project portfolio in Eastern Iowa. This is a hands-on field role for a tech who already knows the work — not an entry-level position. What You'll Actually Be Doing - Mounting, configuring, and commissioning IP cameras across enterprise VMS platforms (Genetec, Milestone, Avigilon, and others) - Installing and programming access control panels, readers, locks, and door hardware across leading platforms (Genetec, Motorola, Acre, Brivo, AMAG, and more) - Performing server-side system programming and configuration on VMS and access control servers, including basic system administration task. - System commissioning, end-user training, and turnover documentation - Service calls and system troubleshooting on existing customer sites - Working from drawings, BOMs, and submittals — and flagging issues before they become problems in the field - Supporting security cable installation and testing as the work requires What We're Looking For - Minimum 2 years of hands-on field experience installing and commissioning IP-based video surveillance and electronic access control systems (we'll consider strong candidates with less if the foundation is there) - Working knowledge of network fundamentals — IP addressing, VLANs, PoE, switch configuration basics - Comfortable navigating Windows and Sequel Server environments and applying basic cybersecurity practices — hardening, account management, patching awareness, and working within customer IT/security policies - Comfortable terminating category and security cable to industry standards - Able to read and work from construction drawings and submittals - Valid driver's license and clean driving record - BICSI INST1, INST2, or ESS credentials are a plus but not required — we support certification growth - Manufacturer certifications (Genetec TSE, Milestone MCT, Avigilon, Lenel, Software House, etc.) strongly preferred This Role Is NOT For: - Candidates without hands-on field experience installing the systems listed above - Anyone uncomfortable working independently on customer sites What We Offer - IBEW union position with full wage and benefits package — wages and benefits are at the top of the local market, with employer-paid health insurance, pension, and annuity - Company truck, tools, phone, PPE and modern test equipment - System programmer(s) supporting the customers and field, local PM teams supporting the technicians, pre-fabrication shop to assist on customer hardware/mounting as needed. - Variety of work across commercial, higher ed, K-12, healthcare, industrial, financial, data center, and government projects - Career growth path including support for manufacturer certifications, and progression estimator, programmer, or PM roles - Stability of a 130-year-old company with in-house electrical, steel erection, prefabrication, and structured cabling teams supporting complete turnkey installations About Tri-City Technologies Tri-City Technologies is the technology division of Tri-City Group, founded in 1895 and recognized as one of the leading technology contractors in Iowa. We deliver structured cabling, security, audio/visual, and integrated systems work across the Midwest, with major data center, hospital, higher education, and financial sector projects. We're growing — and we're investing in the people, training, and tools to grow the right way. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a confidential conversation. All inquiries treated with discretion. A pre-employment drug screen is required. Tri-City Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CONFIDENCE DELIVERED.®