Electronic Systems Technician

Vector Security and Vector Security Networks Career • Poughkeepsie, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Electronic Systems Technician, you will install and/or service residential systems and small to mid-sized commercial accounts. The role involves basic wiring, panel programming, system setup, and troubleshooting, as well as explaining systems to customers and answering their questions. Technicians complete work with frequent to minimal supervision and check installations, service work, and paperwork for errors. The position also includes reviewing and mentoring entry-level technicians at shared job sites.

This position is based in Poughkeepsie, New York, and involves work on the road. Vector Security provides a company vehicle for work use and a company-paid cell phone. The company describes itself as a provider of security, life safety, video, access control, monitoring, connectivity, and network management solutions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with various individuals to provide superior customer service.
• Ability to understand the technical functionality of various systems through online learning and/or hands-on instruction.
• Completion of the minimum training/certification checklist per the Technician Career Path.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of industry experience.
• Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Install and service residential systems and/or small to mid-sized commercial accounts.
• Complete installations and service work accurately, with frequent to minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot basic systems of assigned types.
• Use skills in basic wiring, panel programming, and system setup.
• Check work and paperwork for errors and correct them.
• Communicate professionally with peers, managers, and customers.
• Explain systems to customers and answer their questions.
• Review the work of entry-level technicians at shared job sites and train them to correct errors.

Benefits

• Company vehicle provided for work use.
• Company-provided paid cell phone.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• HSA/FSA programs.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefit products.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan after 60 days.
• Seven company holidays plus two floating holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED