Low-Voltage Security Service Technician

Security Field Service Technician

The Security Field Service Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains complex CCTV and Access Control systems. This role requires high technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and customer service skills. The Field Service Technician also provides guidance and support to other Field Service Technicians, ensuring high standards of service and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and Repair:
  • Identify and resolve issues in mechanical and electrical systems using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Maintenance:
  • Perform routine and preventive maintenance on various equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Utilize advanced technical knowledge to address complex service issues and provide effective solutions.
• Customer Service:
  • Communicate effectively with customers to understand their needs, provide updates on service progress, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Training and Mentorship:
  • Mentor and train junior technicians, providing guidance and support to help them develop their skills and improve service quality.
• Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate records of service performed, parts used, and customer interactions.
• Inventory Management:
  • Manage inventory levels for parts and supplies, ensuring availability for service tasks.
• Emergency Response:
  • Respond to emergency service calls promptly and efficiently to minimize customer downtime and inconvenience.

Qualifications

Experience in the following:

• System troubleshooting
  • Diagnose camera outages, door failures, network issues
  • Root cause vs. swapping parts blindly
• CCTV systems
  • IP cameras (Axis, Hanwha, Bosch, Hikvision, Avigilon)
  • VMS platforms (Genetec Security Center, Milestone, Avigilon Control Center)
  • Camera configuration, lens adjustment, firmware updates
• Access control systems
  • Panel-based systems (Mercury boards, Lenel, etc.)
  • Card readers, strikes, mag locks, REX devices
  • System platforms like LenelS2 OnGuard or CCURE 9000
• Networking fundamentals
  • IP addressing, VLANs, PoE, switches
  • Ability to work with IT teams (this is a big differentiator)
• Low-voltage electrical knowledge
  • Reading wiring diagrams
  • Multimeter use
  • Relay logic and power requirements

• 37 years in low-voltage/security systems
• Experience servicing (not just installing) systems
• Comfortable working independently in the field
• Has handled live customer environments (hospitals, schools, etc.)

Nice to have Manufacturer certs:

• Genetec, LenelS2, Axis, Avigilon, Bosch, DMP, etc.

Field Requirements

• Valid driver's license (daily travel role)
• Ability to:
  • Climb ladders/lifts
  • Work in ceilings, IDFs/MDFs
  • Lift ~50 lbs

Company Overview

Vision Technologies, a national and global systems integrator, provides IT services and solutions for commercial and federal clients. Our seasoned staff has keen insight into trends and emerging technologies that are changing the way we work, communicate, and protect our society. We offer design, installation, support and project management for Distributed Antenna Systems, Passive Optical Networking, voice/data, wireless systems, security, audiovisual, and video teleconferencing delivering powerful IP-centric, integrated solutions that get results. Vision Technologies offers its employees the following benefits and leave programs. Company Holidays Elective Days PTO Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Life Insurance and AD&D Short/Long?term Disability 401(k) Retirement Plan Tuition Reimbursement Leadership Development Training Vision Technologies is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran.