About Action 1st:

Action 1st is a family owned and operated commercial locksmith and access control company which began in 1984. Since the inception, the primary focus is ensuring Action 1st customers receive excellent service and providing top quality products. We are known for dependability, responsiveness, and professionalism. We take care of our customers and employees like they are our own family.

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Who we are looking for:

We are in search of a full-time security technician for commercial locksmith and access control field work in Orange County, CA. We are looking for someone who is a self-motivated individual with positive energy, who is proactive and takes initiative.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Installation and repairs of commercial lock hardware; including but not limited to: Cylindrical and mortise locks, panic hardware, and door closers.

• Re-keying commercial locks, setting up master key systems, and commercial door alignment.

• Access control hardware installations; including but not limited to: Mag locks, electric strikes, electrified mortise and cylindrical locks, electrified panic bars, wire runs, coring doors, cut, bend, and manipulate conduit.

• Perform new access control system installations and system conversions. Complete programming of installed hardware and software for access control systems. Perform customer instruction on access control system operation and functionality.

• Performs a variety of troubleshooting to determine whether product functions as specified. Determine cause of product failure and analyze test results.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Current valid driver's license.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

• Must be able to fluently understand, speak and write English.

• Must be well-groomed and keep a clean work area.

• Must follow all safety policies and procedures.

• Understanding of fire and life safety building codes.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude: Ability to use tools of the trade including but not limited to: hand tools, power tools, multimeter, key machines, lock picks, grinders, and wood chisels.

• Math skills such as measuring, addition/subtraction, and fractions.

• Must possess basic computer skills.

• Evaluate systems to identify necessary repairs and meet best practices. Make recommendations for system improvements.

• Physical capabilities such as driving for up to two hours at a time, standing for long periods of time, squatting, crawling in crawl spaces, and climbing on ladders.

• Ability to handle various tasks simultaneously, prioritize, work efficiently and effectively under deadlines as required.

• Adaptability and being able to work in a team environment as well as independently while maintaining a positive attitude. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with customers, co-workers, vendors, and the public alike.

Desired Experience:

• 3+ years with hands on experience as a commercial locksmith technician

• Working experience with installation and termination of security devices including door strikes, mag locks, card readers, Intercom systems, security cameras, etc.

• Working experience with low voltage wiring such as setting up system diagrams, understanding relays, and diagnosing system issues.

What we offer:

• Competitive wage

• Retirement IRA with company match

• Generous time off – Paid time off, sick, and federal holidays

• Fully stocked work vehicle

• Company credit card for gas and supplies

• Monthly stipend for phone usage

• Uniform provided

• Product & service training – In field and in classroom

• Normal work hours Monday-Friday ~ 8:30am – 5pm

• Employee rewards based on performance

• Great family company culture that values work/life balance & supportive management

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