Job Title: Security Electronics Field Superintendent
Location: Regional Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, or surrounding states). This is a traveling position requiring extensive overnight travel throughout the Pacific Northwest with occasional travel throughout the western United States.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: This is a regional traveling position. Extensive overnight travel is expected throughout the Pacific Northwest, with occasional travel throughout the western United States. Extended project assignments may require multiple consecutive weeks away from home.
Compensation: Base rate of $50–$65/hour (depending on experience). When assigned to projects subject to prevailing wage, Davis-Bacon, or other applicable wage determinations, employees will be compensated in accordance with the governing wage requirements.
Benefits: See below
About the Role
Corrections Technology Group (CTG) is seeking an experienced Security Electronics Field Superintendent to lead the on-site installation and execution of integrated security systems within correctional and detention facilities.
The Field Superintendent is responsible for the successful field execution of multiple security electronics projects from mobilization through final commissioning. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for supervising field personnel, coordinating daily operations, resolving technical issues, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with CTG quality standards. While this is a leadership role, the Superintendent is expected to actively participate in installation, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning activities whenever necessary.
The ideal candidate will have experience supervising field crews, coordinating with project managers and general contractors, and ensuring compliance with local codes and prevailing wage requirements. The successful candidate must possess extensive journeyman-level experience in low-voltage or security electronics installation, along with demonstrated field leadership experience.
Because this position regularly works within secure correctional facilities and requires commercial air travel, applicants must successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation, pre-employment drug screening, and maintain a valid REAL ID-compliant driver's license or a valid U.S. Passport. These requirements are essential due to the nature of the work performed and the facilities we serve.
Key Responsibilities
· Supervise and coordinate field installation teams for both new construction and retrofit/upgrade projects in active correctional facilities
· Lead and actively participate in field installation, wiring, terminations, and testing of security electronics systems
· Plan daily field staffing assignments and allocate personnel and resources across active projects.
· Manage daily field activities, including scheduling, safety compliance, and material logistics
· Review and verify employee time entries, daily reports, travel time, and job-cost coding for assigned field personnel.
· Plan and execute phased work in operational facilities to minimize downtime and security impact
· Read and interpret drawings, risers, and control diagrams to guide installation and troubleshooting
· Coordinate with electricians to ensure conduit, backboxes, grounding, power requirements, and infrastructure are installed correctly before CTG installation begins.
· Oversee installation of control panels, intercom, CCTV, access control, and PLC/HMI equipment
· Coordinate system cutovers, testing, and commissioning while maintaining system continuity and operational integrity
· Conduct quality control inspections to ensure all wiring, labeling, and terminations meet CTG and industry standards
· Perform advanced troubleshooting of integrated security electronics systems.
· Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and programmers to align field work with design intent and system functionality
· Coordinate directly with project managers regarding schedule, staffing, material requirements, and project status.
· Coordinate onsite activities with general contractors, detention equipment contractors, electricians, IT personnel, facility representatives, and other trades to maintain project schedules, support smooth project execution, and minimize impacts to facility operations.
· Review project drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals prior to beginning field work.
· Maintain accurate redlines, daily logs, and as-built documentation for all project phases
· Mentor field technicians and apprentices, promoting a culture of safety, professionalism, and technical excellence
· Manage customer expectations and maintain professional relationships with facility personnel, inspectors, owners, and general contractors.
· Identify project risks and communicate issues affecting schedule, quality, or budget to the Project Manager.
· Coordinate procurement of field consumables and identify long-lead material requirements.
· Ensure punch list items are completed promptly and support project closeout activities.
· Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, security protocols, and CTG company policies
Leadership Responsibilities
· Lead by example while maintaining CTG's standards of professionalism, workmanship, and customer service.
· Develop and mentor Foremen, Lead Technicians, and Apprentice Technicians.
· Promote a culture focused on safety, accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
· Ensure crews maintain productivity while delivering high-quality workmanship.
· Foster teamwork between field operations, engineering, project management, and customers.
Required Qualifications
· Minimum of 7 years of journeyman-level experience in low-voltage, security electronics, or control system installation
· 3+ years of experience in a supervisory, foreman, or lead technician role
· Current Washington EL06 Limited Energy Technician License required; license must remain active and in good standing throughout employment.
· Current Oregon Limited Energy Technician Class A (LEA) License preferred.
· Strong understanding of low-voltage system installation, testing, and commissioning
· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple crews simultaneously.
· Ability to verify conduit requirements and coordinate with other trades to ensure proper infrastructure for security electronics systems
· Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical drawings, risers, and schematics
· Experience with both new construction and live facility retrofit projects
· Familiarity with detention and correctional system components including locks, door controls, PLCs, and HMI systems
· Strong knowledge of integrated detention security systems including:
o PLC door controls
o CCTV
o Intercom
o Access Control
o Fiber Optics
o Structured Cabling
o Networking
· Excellent communication and organizational skills for coordinating with multiple trades and facility personnel
· Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to travel throughout Pacific Northwest and occasionally to surrounding states
· Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
· Must successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation required for access to correctional and detention facilities.
· Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and comply with CTG's ongoing drug-free workplace policies.
· Must possess and maintain a valid REAL ID-compliant driver's license or valid U.S. Passport to support commercial air travel to project sites.
· Must be able to obtain and maintain access credentials for federal, state, county, and local correctional facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
· OSHA 30 Certification
· Experience working in correctional facilities or other secure infrastructure projects
· Experience with integrated detention systems including Harding, Milestone, Hanwha, Axis, Modicon & Omron PLC platforms, HMI systems, access control, and network-based security electronics.
· Understanding of Division 28 systems (access control, video, intercom, etc.)
Physical Requirements
· Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
· Ability to climb ladders and work from lifts
· Ability to work in secure correctional facilities
· Ability to stand, kneel, crawl, and work in confined spaces
· Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Compensation & Benefits
· Hourly Rate: Base rate of $50–$65/hour (depending on experience). When assigned to projects subject to prevailing wage, Davis-Bacon, or other applicable wage determinations, employees will be compensated in accordance with the governing wage requirements.
· Travel Benefits: Company-paid lodging, daily per diem, mileage reimbursement or rental vehicle (as applicable), and reimbursement for approved business travel expenses in accordance with CTG travel policies.
· Health Insurance: Employer pays 100% of employee medical, dental, and vision premiums
· Retirement: SIMPLE IRA with potential 3% employer match (based on eligibility and company performance)
· Equipment: Company laptop provided
· Classification: Non-exempt, full-time
Join Our Team
CTG specializes in security electronics integration for correctional and detention environments. We design, build, and support mission-critical systems that help keep facilities secure and efficient. If you’re a hands-on leader who takes pride in quality work, teamwork, and problem-solving, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: $50.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: On the road
