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Security Technician V

@ Ainsworth

Edmonton, Alberta

Full-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is hiring a full-time Security Technician V to install and troubleshoot security system components in residential and commercial settings. The work covers access control, CCTV and intrusion alarms, with site-level installation leadership preferred. The posting lists comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, RSP matching, hybrid working where applicable, and employee discounts.

Responsibilities:

  • Install and service access control, CCTV and intrusion alarm systems
  • Plan installations by surveying sites and preparing equipment and schedules
  • Run wiring, program and calibrate equipment
  • Test systems and troubleshoot and correct problems
  • Document installations and service performed

Requirements summary:

  • Five or more years of access control and CCTV experience
  • Progressive technical experience in integrated security or low voltage
  • Valid TQ certification required
  • Vendor certification in low voltage systems preferred
  • Postsecondary training in electronics considered an asset
  • Valid driver's licence and background check with security clearance

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalPaid time offEmployee discount
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2024-02-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-11

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingClient sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsTQ certification, Vendor certification in low voltage systems
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checkscriminal record
Fields of studyElectronics
Security clearanceOther clearance
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness

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Full company description

Our customers depend on their buildings, industrial assets, processes, and energy management, to help them meet competitive challenges. For over 75 years, customers across Canada and the United States have relied on Ainsworth as their single source partner for installing and keeping their assets safe, effective, and energy efficient. ERCA/EAS #7001379

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Reported office locations
  • 131 Bermondsey Road, Toronto, Ontario M4A1X4, CA
  • 3392 Wonderland Rd S, London, Ontario N6L 1A8, CA
  • 100-2588 27 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, CA
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Business categories
  • Service Industry
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
  • Commercial
Other recorded names
  • Ainsworth Inc
Specialties
  • Technical trade services
  • Energy Conservation & Demand Management
  • IT infrastructure solutions
  • Emergency Technical Service
  • HVAC Sales and Service and more
  • Services techniques spécialisés
  • Économies d'énergie et gestion de la demande
  • Service technique d'urgence
  • Vente et service de CVCA
  • and Solutions d'infrastructure informatique
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Our customers depend on their buildings, industrial assets, processes, and energy management, to help them meet competitive challenges. For over 75 years, customers across Canada and the United States have relied on Ainsworth as their single source partner for installing and keeping their assets safe, effective, and energy efficient. ERCA/EAS #7001379

FieldValue
IndustryFacilities Services
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesTechnical trade servicesEnergy Conservation & Demand ManagementIT infrastructure solutionsEmergency Technical ServiceHVAC Sales and Service and moreServices techniques spécialisésÉconomies d'énergie et gestion de la demandeService technique d'urgenceVente et service de CVCAand Solutions d'infrastructure informatique
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Job description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, team today!


Position Summary:

The Security Systems Technician will primarily be responsible to install, and trouble shoot security system components in residential and commercial settings.


Responsibilities:

  • Prepare for installations by reviewing installation orders, gathering equipment, supplies, and tools, and coordinating schedules with customers.
  • Installing and servicing electronic security systems, including access control, CCTV, and intrusion alarms.
  • Plan installations by surveying and evaluating location, identifying installation requirements, and developing an installation plan.
  • Install equipment, run wiring, and program and calibrate equipment.
  • Verify systems functioning properly by testing equipment, connections, and signals, and identifying and correcting problems.
  • Maintain records by documenting installations and service performed.
  • Troubleshoot systems, resolve issues for customers and end users.
  • Relationship building with clients and prospects for future opportunities.
  • Provide unparalleled customer service excellence.
  • Help build and maintain positive relations within the team.
  • Protect organizations ‘values by keeping information confidential.
  • Enhance organizational reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment.
  • Maintain a safe and secure work environment by following safe practices and keeping security information confidential.


Qualifications:

  • Progressive experience in a technical role within the integrated security or low voltage industry(s) is required.
  • Minimum five years of experience in security industry (Access control, CCTV)
  • Previous experience leading installations at the site level preferred.
  • Programming experience preferred for senior positions.
  • Vendor Certification in low voltage systems is preferred.
  • Valid TQ certification required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Postsecondary training in electronics or equivalent is considered an asset.
  • Background check and security clearance


Why work at Ainsworth?

Ainsworth is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:

Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports, RSP matching and generous vacation

Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives

Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable

Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

Ainsworth a subsidiary of GDI, is an integrated multi-trade company, offering an end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.

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