Field Technician
About The Position
The Field Technician will be responsible for installing wireless access points, electrified door hardware, access control panels, analog and IP cameras, camera servers (NVR), power supplies, cable pathway systems and various structured cabling systems including, but is not limited to, fiber optic cabling systems, twisted pair cable, low voltage cable and coax Installations are performed in both new construction and retrofit scenarios in a variety of environments. Field Technicians must be willing to travel as part of their work assignments, which will include overnight stays of up to four consecutive nights per week. Primary service area for this role will be the Midland/Odessa region.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Hold a valid driver's license
- Current and continued certification in at least one VMS system
- Current and continued certification in at least one structured cabling system
- At least one year's experience as an Installer (or equivalent position)
- Successfully pass a back ground check and drug screen
- Basic knowledge of networking principles, IP camera technology, controller hardware, door hardware and credential technologies
- Ability to terminate and test category cable and fiber optic cable
- Basic knowledge of low voltage principles (ohm's law, load calculations, metering, etc.)
- Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, line diagrams and specifications
- Ability to communicate adequately with customer representatives in the field
- Ability and willingness to serve as a mentor for Installers and/or junior Field Technicians
Responsibilities
- Install structured cabling systems (copper, fiber, low-voltage)
- Install network switches, wireless access points and other IP devices Physical
- Install various CCTV; analog and IP cameras
- Install various types of NVR's and VMS platforms
- Install cable pathway systems
- Install, terminate, test, label and document horizontal, backbone and other cables
- Learn installation best practices from Lead technicians
- Work in a team environment with project manager, lead technician and other field technicians
- Perform other duties, as required
- Keep track of daily tasks completed
- Keep track of hours worked
- Assist with clean-up
- Learn new skills without being asked
- Participate in project commissioning and testing
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Administrative and Support Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
