(PERMANENT FULL TIME) TRADESPERSON - SECURITY SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN Job Category : Support Services

Requisition Number : TRADE003774

Posted : August 10, 2026

Full time

Locations Showing 1 location

Whitby, ON L1N5S9, CAN

Description JOB DESCRIPTION

To provide preventative maintenance and repairs for Security, Life Safety and Fire Safety Systems throughout the facility.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Maintenance, repair, installation, removal and adjustment of mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment, including motor driven equipment;

Installation and maintenance of electric strike and magnetic locking systems;

Installation and maintenance of Card Access.

Installation and maintenance of IP CCTV and VMS software.

Installation and maintenance of IP Intercom.

Installation and maintenance of Security Alarm.

Maintenance of Fire Alarm.

Estimates quantities of materials required for projects

Estimates parts and materials required for maintenance and repair of systems and equipment

Assists other trades as assigned.

Other related duties as assigned.

Job requires working shift work in accordance with departmental shift schedule.

Responsible to recognize and report patient, staff, and environmental safety issues, identify and implement preventative and corrective actions, within the scope of this role.

Requirements

College Level Security Systems Technician qualification





Minimum of 2-5 years current experience in the security or fire alarm industry in service and installation.

Other suitable combination of education, training and demonstrated experience in industrial or institutional preventive and repair maintenance may be considered.

Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and repair Electric Strike and Maglock systems, Card Access, IP CCTV, IP Intercom and Security Systems

Knowledge to follow blueprints and drawings in order to assist other skilled tradespersons in installations and relocation.

Knowledge of operating a variety of hand and power tools in order to perform maintenance duties.

The ability to perform mechanical repairs to equipment and facilities systems

The ability to maintain and repair locks.

Knowledge of preventive maintenance techniques and protocols

Working knowledge of MS Office and ability to use AutoCAD

Computer skills to operate the building automation system and lighting control systems

Ability to apply correct method of repair and select appropriate tools

Manufacturer Certification on a Card Access System.

Manufacturer Certification on a CCTV or VM System.

Manufacturer Certification on a Security Alarm System.

This position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit

1 Existing Vacancy Available

Job Posting Closing: August 24, 2026 at midnight. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.

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