Dallas Summer Internship - Field Technician

Preferred Technologies, LLC•Grand Prairie, TX

20d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Pref-Tech’s Summer Internship Program provides students with exposure to the security integration industry through hands-on experience in the field. This opportunity is open to all qualified applicants. Technician Interns will gain practical experience in security integration to include functional understanding of low voltage systems and assisting in installation of cabling, mount equipment, install card readers, door contacts, mag locks, electrified strikes and integrated systems. Due to job site safety requirements and federal labor regulations, technician internships require participants to be at least 18 years old at the time of employment.

Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified upon hire in accordance with federal law
Must be at least 18 years of age due to job site safety requirements and federal labor regulations
Reliable transportation to Pref-Tech’s Grand Prairie office: 1340 Post N Paddock St, Ste 100 75050 Grand Prairie, TX
Availability for the full internship dates
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform physical tasks such as walking, standing, lifting, and navigating stairs or ladders, with reasonable accommodation as applicable
Access to a cell phone for work-related communication
Ability to perform physical tasks like walking, standing, driving.
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs unassisted.
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat and rain.
Capable of ascending and descending ladders (6–14 feet) and stairs of varying heights with minimal restrictions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Work with the on-site teams on construction sites and/or in active office spaces to get a sense of the day-to-day duties and responsibilities of the Operations department.
Become familiar with Company processes and operational techniques through completing required in-house training.
Opportunity to shadow team members.
Install cabling, mount equipment, install card readers, door contacts, mag locks, electrified strikes and integrated systems.
Functional understanding of low voltage systems, relays, principals of normally closed/normally open, series and parallel wiring.
Gain general understanding of Network Topology.
Use a multi-meter to test for voltage, continuity, and resistance.
Operate any hand tools and equipment necessary to perform all associated tasks.
Completing required in-house training to understand company processes and operational standards.
Participate in all required company events including (but not limited to) orientation, onboarding, trainings, workshops, department or companywide meetings, mentorship activities, and offsite visits as requested or required.