Integrated Systems Technician

VSC Fire & Security•Charleston, SC

8h•Onsite

About The Position

VSC Fire & Security is seeking an Integrated Systems Technician in Charleston, South Carolina. The role plans, directs, and coordinates activities related to installation and service of integrated systems, typically through subordinate personnel. The technician participates in service and inspection work and oversees project repair, testing, and completion. Systems may include fire alarms, intrusion detection, access control, CCTV and IP cameras, networking infrastructure, telecom, BDA and DAS, audio/video, nurse call, area-of-refuge systems, intercoms, and systems from manufacturers such as Crestron, Extron, Honeywell, Notifier, Gamewell FCI, Silent Knight, Fire Lite, Siemens, AutoCall/JCI, and RATH. The role involves analyzing installation and service requirements, conducting tests and inspections, using industry-specific tools, troubleshooting complex problems, and coordinating the work of others. The technician is expected to communicate professionally, organize and prioritize work, follow supervisor instructions, and maintain VSC safety and risk-management procedures at job sites. On-call rotation may be required. VSC Fire & Security provides fire protection, life-safety, and security solutions, including design, installation, service, repair, and inspections. The company was founded in 1958 and serves customers across the Southeast.

Requirements

At least one year of experience installing commercial-construction integrated systems.
Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
Ability to follow equipment-manual instructions and comprehend and rewrite manual content as simple instructions.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
Competence in reading and interpreting electrical plans, drawings, schematics, and specifications.
Ability to pass various background checks when required.
Reliable transportation and a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record for use of a company vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or training in one or more specialized systems.

Responsibilities

Analyze needs and product requirements for installation and/or service.
Conduct tests and inspections to evaluate product, service, or process performance.
Operate industry-specific tools to ensure proper installation and/or service.
Identify and evaluate complex problems, review information, and implement corrective action plans.
Use mathematical skills for computations and problem-solving, and apply logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions.
Identify measures and actions to improve system performance.
Respond to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at job sites.
Investigate job-site damage, accidents, or delays to ensure proper procedures are followed.
Interpret and complete assigned instructions from the supervisor accurately and in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, job-site personnel, and vendors.
Organize, plan, and prioritize work, using concentration, attention to detail, and multitasking ability.
Oversee, plan, schedule, and prioritize the work of others, and delegate tasks.
Communicate clearly and professionally with employees.
Plan, direct, and coordinate activities related to the installation and service of integrated systems.
Maintain proper risk-management and safety procedures on job sites in accordance with VSC requirements.
Participate in service and inspection processes and oversee project repair, testing, and completion.
Manage delays, emergencies, damage, and accidents at job sites to ensure proper procedures are carried out.