Field Technician I

Beacon Communications•Albuquerque, NM

9d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Technician I is an entry-level position in Beacon Communications’ Operations Department. The role performs low-voltage system installation on projects involving healthcare, education, security, audio-visual, voice/data, and other technologies. The technician applies low-voltage field installation techniques and Beacon Communications’ standards and methodology, completing duties assigned by a Project Manager or onsite project lead. The position supports timely project completion and customer satisfaction, and is intended to develop the technician toward advancement to Technician II. Limited overnight travel may be required, and the role includes a 20–30% travel requirement in the Rocky Mountain region as needed. The stated salary range is $25.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on relevant education, experience, and other job-related factors. Project activities are supervised by the assigned Project Manager or onsite lead technician. Service activities are supervised by the lead technician, Service Coordinator, or Service Manager. All activities are under the direct or indirect supervision of the Division Manager. Tools are provided as needed; employees are responsible for their reasonable care and maintenance. The work may take place in an office, medical or educational facility, customer site under construction or renovation, or warehouse space. Job sites may involve noise, dust, temperature changes, and other environmental factors, and appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn.

Requirements

High school diploma or approved equivalent.
Basic knowledge and understanding of low-voltage installation considerations and techniques.
Experience with installation related to low-voltage technologies.
Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings.
Ability to communicate effectively with multiple types of end-user customers.
Strong team-player skills.
Basic understanding of OSHA guidelines and NEC and TIA/EIA standards.
Ability to transfer between job sites at management’s discretion.
Ability to meet customer jobsite badging requirements, including a clear background check and any required vaccinations and screening tests.
Ability to maintain a clear drug and alcohol screening protocol.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to navigate construction sites.
Ability to see the full spectrum of color for correct wire identification.
Physical ability to sit, stand for prolonged periods, walk, handle, grip, push, pull, reach overhead with force, stoop, crouch, crawl on knees, and work along floors or subfloors.
Ability to transport ladders up to 12 feet in height, lift ladders from vehicle roof racks, and climb and stand on ladders and scaffolding.
Ability to frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, sometimes overhead.
Ability to use power-actuated hand tools such as hammers, drills, and saws.
Ability and willingness to travel 20–30% in the Rocky Mountain region as needed.

Nice To Haves

Two years of low-voltage installation experience is desirable.
Desire to obtain factory certification on a system offered by Beacon Communications for continued advancement.

Responsibilities

Assist technicians and/or the Project Manager with tasks needed to complete projects on time and as scheduled.
Complete daily tasks assigned by the leading technician or Project Manager and demonstrate the ability to finish them on schedule.
Perform basic installation tasks, including wire pulling, device installation, and wire pathing.
Develop a thorough understanding of systems for which factory certification is achieved.
Follow Beacon Communications’ policies, procedures, guidelines, standards, and methodology.
Provide accurate ADP time entries to the Coordination Manager according to company policies.
Travel overnight when necessary and travel within the Rocky Mountain region as needed.
Develop understanding of Beacon projects and work toward advancement to Technician II.
Arrive on time and dress professionally and appropriately for the work being performed.
Perform other duties aligned with Beacon Communications’ system offerings as assigned.
Serve customers courteously and respectfully, supporting customer relations and satisfaction.
Protect and maintain company-provided tools with reasonable care.
Exemplify Beacon’s core values of customer service, communication, teamwork, and integrity.
Provide verbal feedback and communicate professionally.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment on job sites.
Maintain dependable and timely attendance according to schedule.