Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
Security Technician III (Security Systems Integration)
Location: Canoga Park, CA
Company: Superior Alarm Systems (SAS)
About the Company
Superior Alarm Systems is a commercial security integrator operating at the high end of the market - pharmaceutical facilities, entertainment studios, global manufacturing campuses, and executive-level environments. Our clients have complex, integrated security ecosystems, and our technicians are expected to match that standard on day one.
What You'll Do
- Lead installations end-to-end - from rough-in through commissioning - on commercial security systems across access control, IP video surveillance (CCTV), intrusion detection, and intercom/specialty devices
- Terminate, label, and test low-voltage cabling to a professional standard - clean runs, proper management, no shortcuts
- Commission and verify system functionality across integrated platforms; resolve field-level issues without escalation
- Read and work from engineered drawings - you interpret prints, not wait for someone to explain them
- Mentor Technician I and II team members on site; you set the bar for workmanship and pace
- Support Technician IV with jobsite coordination, scheduling, and quality control
- Document accurately - time entries, job progress, punch items - in SAS project tracking systems
- Hold the quality standard - every installation you touch is neat, labeled, tested, and ready for inspection
What You Bring
Non-negotiable:
- 3–5+ years of commercial security installation experience - pharmaceutical, industrial, institutional, or enterprise environments preferred
- Demonstrated ability to independently install and commission access control hardware, IP cameras, intrusion systems, and electrified door components
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, blueprints, and system schematics
- Experience with Genetec, Lenel, or Bosch platforms (at least one required; all three is a strong advantage)
- Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision - you manage your day, your work, and your quality
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Note: Candidates without commercial systems experience will not be considered. Residential-only backgrounds do not apply.
What Sets You Apart
- Experience on large-scale or multi-phase commercial projects - you've seen a job from mobilization through closeout
- Familiarity with Bluebeam for markup and D-Tools for documentation
- History of mentoring or guiding junior technicians on active job sites
- Any relevant certifications: ESA/NTS, manufacturer certifications (Genetec, Lenel, Bosch), or low-voltage licensing
- Comfort working in high-security, high-stakes environments where first impressions matter
What SAS Offers
- $36–$42/hr based on verified experience and systems knowledge
- Up to 95% of medical premiums covered - plus dental and vision
- 401(k) - because a good company invests in your future, not just your time
- Company laptop provided
- Two weeks PTO + 7 sick days + 7 paid holidays
- A clear path to Technician IV - this isn't a dead-end role; it's a launchpad
- Work on the most complex, high-profile installations in the Bay Area - the kind of projects that build a resume
The Honest Picture
This role is for someone who takes pride in doing the job right the first time. SAS has a reputation for technical excellence and we protect it - which means we need technicians who share that standard, not just show up for a paycheck.
If you're a seasoned commercial tech who wants complex work, a team that respects your skills, and a clear path to the next level - we want to talk.
Ready to Apply?
This is a senior-level field technician role. If you have fewer than 3 years of hands-on commercial security installation experience, this position is not a fit. If you’re an experienced security technician who thrives in a leadership role and takes pride in delivering high-quality work, we’d love to hear from you.