An ELV (Extra Low Voltage) Technician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots systems like CCTV, fire alarms, access control, and structured cabling. Key duties include performing preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnosing faults, interpreting technical drawings, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and preparing detailed service reports. Qualifications typically include a diploma or technical training in a related field and experience with ELV systems, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
Installation and Commissioning: Install and test various ELV systems, including CCTV, fire alarms, access control, and public address systems.
Maintenance and Repair: Perform routine preventive maintenance and respond to urgent service calls to diagnose and rectify system faults or breakdowns.
Technical Support: Provide on-site and remote technical support, troubleshoot system issues, and replace defective components.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, fault logs, and system configurations, and prepare comprehensive service reports for clients and management.
Safety and Compliance: Ensure all installations and services comply with relevant safety regulations, standards, and codes.
Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret technical drawings, system schematics, and installation manuals to guide work.
Client Coordination: Coordinate with clients to schedule maintenance tasks and provide support to other technicians and contractors.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of ELV systems and their components, including CCTV, access control, fire alarms, and structured cabling.
Troubleshooting: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve system issues efficiently.
Technical Drawing Skills: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
Tools and Equipment: Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment for installation and maintenance.
Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safe working practices, risk assessments, and electrical safety rules and procedures.
Soft Skills: Effective communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent, with vocational/technical school training in electrical or electronics engineering highly preferred.
Experience: At least 1-2 years of hands-on experience working with ELV systems is often required.