(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 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.

📌 (PERMANENT FULL TIME) TRADESPERSON - SECURITY SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (Whitby)
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