Senior Systems Technician

At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we’d like to invite you to join our team as a Sr. Systems Technician - Commercial Installation Technician!

We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and growth opportunities. We think you’ll find what you want here because what we do matters - to us, our customers, and most of all, our team members. 

 Location:  Philadelphia, PA Region

Summary:

Installation of complex commercial solutions, including wired and wireless systems. Responsibilities also include a basic understanding of access control and video surveillance systems, ability to troubleshoot more complex systems, including network issues, and work with basic integration. A more effective communicator, they also serve as a mentor to junior technicians and share learned technical information to improve individual and branch capabilities. 

What You'll Do:

• Install Commercial Systems:
  • Complete installation of various types of security systems, including wired and wireless systems, with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshoot more complex systems and network issues, and work with basic integration.
  • Run and fish wires in a concealed manner.
  • Set up and communicate system functionality to customer and answer questions.
  • Keep job site clean & organized so work can be performed in the safest manner possible.
  • Employ basic logic skills to move an issue to resolution.
• Train & Mentor Technicians:
  • Review work of Entry Level and Level 1 technicians on shared job site and provide training to correct any errors.
  • Train and mentor entry-level and level 1 technicians on package and/or less complex systems.

What You'll Need:

• Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 3 – 5 years of field experience or equivalent technical education or certification. 
  • Minimum of 2 years of life safety and home automation equipment experience- preferred
• Certification/License:
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. 
  • ESA Certified Alarm Technician Level 2 or equivalent - preferred.
  • NICET Fire or Video Level 1 - preferred. 
• Communication:
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with various individuals professionally to provide superior customer service.
• Technical:
  • Must be able to understand technical functionality of various systems learned online and/or via hands-on instruction. 
  • Able to demonstrate proficient understanding of the hardware and panel writing of the required manufacturers.

What You'll Get:

We offer a “Total Rewards” package including:

• Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability.
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