Field Engineering Tech — Onsite, 30% Travel, IoT & Security

venterra; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) matching

Educational assistance

Volunteer time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Venterra Realty is seeking a Field Engineering Technician to install, service, and monitor on-site technology systems across multiple communities. This role reports to the Engineering Product Manager and requires 30% travel, including overnights, with an onsite corporate office in Houston, TX.

You will work on surveillance cameras, access control, IoT devices, and low-voltage systems, supporting remote maintenance teams and helping with system design and improvements.

Qualifications

• 5 years of field experience in electrical systems installation and commissioning.
• Proficient with a multi-meter and electrical testing tools.
• Intermediate networking skills: switches, Wi-Fi, low-voltage wiring.
• Experience with commercial/industrial wiring; monitoring or control systems a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; willing to relocate to Houston, TX area.

Responsibilities

• Surveillance & Access Control: Install, service, and manage low-voltage systems including cameras and access control.
• Site Audits & Design: Audit locations in Houston, San Antonio, DFW, and Oklahoma City; design layouts for installations and retrofits.
• Research & Development: Install and evaluate prototypes for new technologies at Venterra communities.
• Company Growth: Attend due diligence audits and lead technology onboarding of new communities.
• Certification Opportunities: Opportunities to earn CPTED, CCNA, EPA 608 and other certifications.

Skills

Field experience

Multi-meter

Electrical testing tools

Networking basics

Low voltage wiring

Access control systems

Interpersonal skills

Self-teaching

Tools

Multi-meter

Networking hardware

Wi-Fi devices

Job description

Venterra Realty is seeking a Field Engineering Technician to install, service, and monitor on-site technology systems across multiple communities. This role reports to the Engineering Product Manager and requires 30% travel, including overnights, with an onsite corporate office in Houston, TX.

You will work on surveillance cameras, access control, IoT devices, and low-voltage systems, supporting remote maintenance teams and helping with system design and improvements.