Low Voltage Data Technician

Summary: The Low Voltage Data Technician is responsible for managing low voltage systems, including alarm systems, telecommunications, audio/visual setups, access control, and automation devices. Their duties involve reading blueprints, installing wiring and equipment, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 2 Saturday(s) a month from 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM


Seniority Level: Entry Level


Employment Type: Full-time


Compensation: This hourly, non-exempt position pays from $22 to $25 per hour, with overtime compensated at 1.5 times the base rate. New hires usually earn between $55,000 and $71,700 annually, or more, depending on experience, overtime hours, and bonuses.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Installing, servicing and integrating a variety of low voltage systems to include Intrusion Alarms, Video Surveillance, Card Access, Telephone Systems, Data Networks and more.
• Ability to answer basic customer inquiries after trained by MSI.
• Ability to travel domestically to other MSI locations with expenses paid by the company.
• Manage updates to MSI systems.
• Perform additional duties as required or requested.

Additionally, the candidate must meet the following Education and/or Experience requirements:

• 1 year of Low Voltage Data Technician experience.
• High School Education or equivalent required.
• Comfortable traveling within the US for 10 to 15 weeks per year.
• Ability to use a computer or tablet is a plus
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work under pressure
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

This role has the following physical demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently walks, stands and occasionally sits.
• The employee must regularly lift, pull and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.

Benefits: MSI offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our employees. Depending on the role, this may include:

• Referral, holiday, and annual bonuses or commission opportunities
• Eligibility for an annual merit-based increase
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability;
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
• Charitable donation matching programs
• Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests.