Security Project Specialist 1

Convergint Career•Overland Park, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results-driven, and forward-thinking Project Specialist to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will install, program, test, repair, and service a variety of systems and equipment, which may include security, fire alarm & life safety, with minimal guidance as needed. You will work closely with customers and internal colleagues in providing technical installation support and training. As a Project Specialist, you are part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows. You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability, and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces equal opportunity and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Electrical Installer.

Requirements

Experience installing and wiring access control, network cameras, door hardware, panel installation & wiring, and programming of door and camera additions.
Comfortability performing test and inspect on fire systems.
Solid understanding of blueprints, design drawings including wiring and labeling methods, system wiring, wiring methods, cut sheets, wiring schematics, and cable support installation (J-Hook, Raceway, Conduit, Cable Support).
Very familiar with basic blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation procedures unassisted, may require assistance with more complex specifications.
Strong 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.
Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g. works with a variety of hand and power tools such as drill, screwdriver, wire stripper, hacksaw, crimper) and ability to read blueprints and drawings; solid math skills (for some positions, this may include calculating area, velocity, resistance, voltage, etc.).
Solid verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
The Project Specialist will be responsible for providing basic hand tools as required to perform the daily tasks of the position.
A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Education: High School/GED or equivalent experience
Minimum Experience: Previous construction experience including some level of electrical or a low voltage background
3-5 year experience in 1 or more of the following industries: electronic, fire alarm & life safety, and/or building automation

Nice To Haves

Relevant trade designation (e.g. Electrician, Communications)
Experience with Silent Knight, Fire-lite
Experience installing, programming, and testing EST-4 fire systems
Project Management Institute (PMI); industry-specific certifications and/or

Responsibilities

Install, program, test, repair, and service a variety of systems and equipment which may include security, fire alarm & life safety, and/or building automation with minimal guidance as needed.
Work closely with customers and internal colleagues in providing technical installation support and training.
May assist or train less experienced Electrical Installers.
Refers more complex issues to more experienced colleagues.
Interpret manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and repairs equipment, utilizing knowledge of electronics and using standard test instruments and hand tools.
Provide basic installation assistance as directed by project lead.
Act as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint Technologies is the customer’s first choice for service.
Take ownership of onsite project including safety, quality and performance.
Observe and practice Convergint Quality Standards.
Make suggestions for installation methods to improve profitability and quality.
Learn and perform tasks of an Electrical Installer III in order to progress through the trade program.
Provide feedback to the Job-Lead regarding problems and anticipate time associated with an assigned task.
Act as primary liaison to Project Lead.