Low Voltage Specialties Technician

Summit Companies • Mount Vernon, WA

53d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary job responsibilities of this position are the installation and testing of Fire Alarm Systems. A WA 06 Limited Energy Electrical License is required for this position. A NICET Level 2 or ESA CFAT 2 certification in Fire Alarms will receive preferred hiring consideration. Employees who obtain NICET or CFAT certifications after meeting the required experience and testing qualifications are eligible for a bonus incentive. The purpose of the Low Voltage Specialties Technician position is to install, troubleshoot, service and repair low voltage, networks, access control, Audio/Video, and security systems, with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• WA 06 Limited Energy Electrical License required
• 2 years low voltage experience, specifically in networks, A/V, access control and security systems required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
• Must be able to travel 90% of the time, locally.

Nice To Haves

• A NICET Level 2 or ESA CFAT 2 certification in Fire Alarms will receive preferred hiring consideration.
• NICET, CTS, manufacturer or state specific certification, preferred.
• 2 years of professional computer skills, preferred.
• 2 years using business intelligence systems, Salesforce, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Appropriate use of required tools and test equipment such as multi-meter, meter, laptop to program, lifts, etc. to repair or replace low voltage system components.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of low voltage standards.
• Programing and software knowledge with a variety of low voltage systems that is used when removing or replacing components to include network equipment, A/V equipment, access control, security etc.
• Troubleshoot to determine fault or faults related to networks, A/V, access control and security.
• Repair or replace damaged equipment related to networking, A/V, access control and security systems.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.
• Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc.
• Complete documentation on work orders.
• Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in weekly Toolbox talks.
• Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Technicians will be placed in on-call status as required by location to handle emergency service requests.
• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Train service technician trainees all applicable aspects of fire protection.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Employees who obtain NICET or CFAT certifications after meeting the required experience and testing qualifications are eligible for a bonus incentive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED