Security Project Specialist 1

Convergint Career•Bethpage, NY

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Convergint is seeking a full-time, enthusiastic, results-driven, and forward-thinking Security Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, programming, system start-up/check-out, certifying, and customer training on assigned projects, including small or less complex ones. As a Security Technician, you will be part of a dynamic team that allows for growth as Convergint expands. We are committed to providing world-class service to our customers, colleagues, and communities, driven by integrity, growth, accountability, and results. Our company culture embraces equal opportunity, allowing everyone to be their best selves at work and home. With 20 years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer's best service provider, valuing diversity and upholding 10 Values and Beliefs that foster an unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, service-based systems integrator. We take pride in protecting our customers' and their communities' lives and assets with our solutions.

Requirements

High School/GED or equivalent experience
Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
Willing to learn technical skills and/or experience related to fire alarm systems, and/or electronic security systems.
Ability to be a self-starter and work well with direct supervision.
Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g., works with a variety of hand and power tools such as drill, screwdriver, wire stripper, hacksaw, crimper).
A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to travel locally to jobsites on a regular basis.
Minimal overnight travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years relevant field service experience

Responsibilities

Installs, programs, tests, repairs, and services a variety of systems and equipment, which may include security, fire alarm & life safety, and/or building automation with guidance as needed.
Serves as the primary interface for providing technical support and training for the customer, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Refers more complex issues to higher-level colleagues.
Familiar with basic blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation procedures unassisted; may require assistance with more complex specifications.
Interprets manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and repairs equipment using knowledge of electronics and standard test instruments and hand tools.
Operates systems to demonstrate equipment, commission new systems, analyze performance, and identify malfunctions.
Writes routine programs for systems.
Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times, ensuring Convergint Technologies is the customer’s first choice for service.
Consults with engineering personnel to resolve unusual problems in system operation, maintenance, and warranty work.
May advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, installation techniques and standards, as well as suggestions for product improvements.
Executes technical aspects of multiple projects with varying timelines and budgets, including programming, graphics development, start-up, certification testing, customer training, close-out documentation, and ongoing technical support.
Identifies potential project risks, communicates them to appropriate parties, and assists in developing and implementing strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines.
Works closely with the Project Manager and/or Operations Manager, assisting in the overall coordination of specific projects; makes recommendations regarding quality of work and potential changes in scope, and identifies ways to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.