Traveling CCTV Installation Technician

We are seeking experienced CCTV Installation Technicians with a passion for their craft to install IP and analog camera systems on large commercial projects throughout Minnesota. This is a hands-on field installation role not a monitoring operations or system administration position. Work involves physical installation of cameras NVRs and supporting network infrastructure primarily working day shifts with occasional after-hours work for occupied retail and healthcare -state travel required for 34 weeks at a time in a company vehicle after completing orientation.

Key Responsibilities

• Install aim and commission IP and analog CCTV cameras on large commercial sites.
• Pull route terminate and label Cat6 fiber and coax cabling.
• Mount and configure NVRs DVRs PoE switches and supporting network hardware.
• Configure IP addressing VLANs and basic network settings for camera systems.
• Commission and tune VMS platforms during installation (Genetec Milestone Avigilon Exacq or manufacturer-native).
• Install supporting hardware including enclosures junction boxes pole mounts and conduit terminations.
• Read and follow drawings riser diagrams and camera placement plans.
• Perform basic testing troubleshooting and customer walkthroughs of installed systems.
• Show up on time ready to work and be a reliable presence the crew and customer can count on.
• Follow all job-site safety policies and procedures including ladder lift and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Maintain clean and professional work areas especially in occupied client spaces.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of hands-on experience installing CCTV or video surveillance systems.
• Experience working on large commercial projects.
• Minnesota Power Limited Technician (PLT) license or Registered Unlicensed Technician status with verified supervised hours toward PLT.
• Working knowledge of IP networking fundamentals (IP addressing subnetting PoE).
• Ability to travel within Minnesota for 34 weeks at a time.
• Ability to work day shifts with occasional evening or weekend cutovers.
• Comfortable working at heights from ladders and aerial lifts.
• Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with major camera platforms such as Axis Hanwha Avigilon Bosch Hikvision Dahua or Pelco.
• Field commissioning experience with VMS platforms such as Genetec Milestone Avigilon Control Center or Exacq.
• Manufacturer certifications (Axis ACE/ACSE Avigilon Hanwha Wisenet Genetec Milestone).
• NICET Electronic Safety and Security or Video Security Systems certification.
• CompTIA Network or equivalent networking credential.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 aerial lift certification.

Benefits & Per Diem

• Great company culture and benefits.
• Pay between $28 $40/hr depending on experience licensing and a successful interview.
• Company vehicle provided after orientation.
• Hotel accommodations provided while traveling.
• Daily food per diem provided while traveling and working.
• PLT continuing education hours and manufacturer certification fees supported.