Low Voltage Lead Technician

VIP Systems • Houston, TX

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About The Position

VIP Systems designs and delivers integrated security, communications, and low-voltage systems for commercial, multifamily, hospitality, sports and entertainment, government, education, and energy clients. Its systems include video surveillance, access control, structured cabling and fiber, intercom, AV, parking and LPR, and emergency responder radio coverage.

The Low Voltage Lead Technician leads programming, integration, and commissioning of security and related systems. The role verifies system readiness before startup, executes commissioning and acceptance procedures, diagnoses complex service issues, maintains closeout records, mentors field teams, and communicates findings and recommendations to customers and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of commercial low-voltage or electronic security experience, including advanced troubleshooting, programming, and commissioning.
• Strong proficiency with at least two major commercial security platforms.
• Advanced IP networking knowledge, including VLANs, PoE, routing, firewalls, ports/protocols, and multicast.
• Ability to read drawings, risers, schematics, network diagrams, and specifications.
• Strong documentation habits and proven ability to lead and mentor field teams.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel throughout Texas.
• Ability to obtain any required Texas electronic-security registration.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming, integration, and commissioning of access control, VMS, intercom, LPR, parking/gate, and related systems.
• Verify system readiness before startup, including cabling, power, network, panels, addressing, and firmware.
• Run commissioning plans, functional and failover tests, acceptance procedures, and customer demonstrations.
• Diagnose difficult or recurring service issues to determine root cause, working with Engineering and manufacturer support.
• Own closeout quality, including redlines, test results, programming records, backups, licenses, and credentials.
• Mentor technicians and installers and provide clear technical direction to field teams.
• Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations clearly to customers, Project Management, and leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed