Senior Alarm Technician - Security Systems & Low Voltage Installation

Vector Security•Madison, MS

About The Position

As a Senior Alarm Systems Technician, you will lead the installation of complex commercial security solutions across a defined territory across central Mississippi. This role is primarily focused on commercial systems including wired and wireless systems, access control, and video surveillance systems, with some exposure to residential installations as well. Senior technicians at Vector bring strong troubleshooting skills to the job site, work with minimal supervision, and play an important role in mentoring entry-level and Level 1 technicians while sharing technical knowledge to strengthen the team. If you have hands-on experience installing and servicing complex security systems and are ready to take ownership of your work in the field, this role was built for you!

Requirements

3 to 5 years of hands-on field experience installing and servicing security alarm systems – required
High School Diploma or equivalent – required
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history – required
Demonstrated experience with complex alarm systems including wired and wireless alarms – required
Access control and video surveillance experience is a strong plus
Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision
Professional communication skills and a customer-first mindset; you will be the face of Vector Security on every call

Nice To Haves

Experience with CCTV and DMP access control – preferred
NICET Fire Level 1 certification is a plus; if you don’t have it yet, we’ll help you get there through our paid certification program!
ESA Certified Alarm Technician Level 2 or equivalent – preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the installation of complex commercial security systems including wired and wireless systems, with minimal supervision
Run and terminate wiring in a concealed and professional manner across job sites
Troubleshoot complex system and network issues and perform basic system integration as needed
Configure system functionality and demonstrate operation to customers; answer questions and represent Vector Security professionally on every job site
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized job site throughout the installation and service process
Apply strong troubleshooting logic to resolve issues efficiently and move work to completion
Support residential installations as needed alongside your primary commercial workload
Review work performed by entry-level and Level 1 technicians on shared job sites and provide guidance or correction as needed
Mentor junior technicians on standard installation procedures, system packages, and best practices