Security Technician – Access Control & Structured Cabling

Position Overview

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions (AIS) is seeking experienced Security Technicians to support large-scale data center construction projects. Technicians will primarily perform access control and security system installation, with a strong focus on structured cabling for security cameras, access control devices, and other low-voltage security infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience installing low-voltage security systems in commercial, industrial, or data center environments and is comfortable working with cable tray, ladder rack, J-hooks, conduit, and other structured cabling pathways.

Key Responsibilities

• Install structured cabling for access control systems, security cameras, and other Division 28 systems.
• Pull, route, dress, secure, and label low-voltage cabling throughout large-scale data center environments.
• Install cabling for access control devices including card readers, door contacts, request-to-exit devices, and other security equipment.
• Install and route cabling for CCTV/IP security camera systems.
• Terminate and test copper/low-voltage cabling.
• Maintain clean and organized cable installations while following proper bend radius, support, separation, and cable-management requirements.
• Work with cable tray, ladder rack, J-hooks, conduit, and other pathways.
• Read and interpret blueprints, security drawings, cable schedules, and installation plans.
• Perform cable labeling and identification according to project standards.
• Assist with testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of security cabling and devices.
• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, electricians, and other trades to complete installations efficiently.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment while following all data center and job-site safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Security Technician, Access Control Technician, Low-Voltage Technician, or Structured Cabling Technician.
• Hands-on experience with access control and/or security camera systems.
• Experience pulling and installing low-voltage structured cabling.
• Ability to read basic blueprints, drawings, and cable schedules.
• Familiarity with cable tray, ladder rack, J-hooks, and conduit.
• Ability to properly terminate, label, organize, and test cabling.
• Data center construction experience is strongly preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a larger construction team.

Preferred Experience

• Data center security installations
• CCTV/IP camera systems
• Access control systems
• Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A structured cabling
• Cable testing and troubleshooting
• Division 28 electronic safety and security systems
• Working on large-scale commercial or industrial construction projects

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry tools, cable, and equipment.
• Ability to work from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work overhead for extended periods.
• Ability to work in an active construction and data center environment.
• Must be able to wear required PPE and comply with all site-specific safety requirements.

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