Security Systems Installation and Maintenance Technician Careers at Amity Engineering Co. in Kenya

Job Title: Security Systems Installation and Maintenance Technician

Employer: Amity Engineering Co.

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Application Deadline: 29th Nov 2013


Duties & Responsibilities:

• Gathering, documenting and analyzing buildings security system installation requirements.
• Preparing description of project works, material schedules, and cost estimates.
• Runs and installs wire, read blueprints, mount system panels and devices, and wire circuit and electrical connections for access control, CCTV and intrusion detection systems etc
• Ensures all installations adhere to  the customer’s specifications, the National Electrical Code application guidelines and government standards.
• Verifies security system /equipment functionality by testing equipment, connections, and signals; identifying and correcting problems
• Training end users  on system features and upgrades
• Maintains records by documenting installation and maintenance
• Maintains safe and secure work environment by following safe practices.
• Occasionally supervise lower level installation technicians.
• Any other related duties assigned by the MD.

Requirements:

• At least diploma level training in the relevant field
• Certified or trained in Security Systems/Card Access/CCTV added advantage
• At least three years hands-on work experience in security system installation and electrical construction.
• Experience with electronic security systems.
• Experience in both installation & service is a plus
• Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and associated engineering and shop drawings.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the International Building Code
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Position requires self-motivation and the ability to work effectively under a minimum of supervision.

How to Apply:

Suitable candidates should email an application letter and Curriculum Vitae with three referees to: aesl@amityengineering.com and copy to: kaliil@yahoo.com

Email subject heading should be ‘Installation & Maintenance Technician’.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

No telephone inquiries.