Field Technician

Cook & Boardman, LLC; Simpsonville (SC); Híbrido; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cook & Boardman, LLC in Simpsonville, SC is seeking a Field Technician to install structured cabling, IP cameras, access control components, and CCTV systems for commercial projects. You will work with project managers and lead technicians on both new construction and retrofit sites.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, certifications in at least one VMS and one structured cabling system, and at least one year of field installer experience.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Current and continued certification in at least one VMS system.
• Current and continued certification in at least one structured cabling system.
• At least one year’s experience as an Installer (or equivalent position).
• Successfully pass a back ground check and drug screen.

Responsabilidades

• Install structured cabling systems (copper, fiber, low-voltage).
• Install network switches, wireless access points and other IP devices.
• Install various CCTV; analog and IP cameras.
• Install various types of NVR’s and VMS platforms.
• Install cable pathway systems.
• Install, terminate, test, label and document horizontal, backbone and other cables.
• Learn installation best practices from Lead technicians.
• Work in a team environment with project manager, lead technician and other field technicians.
• Perform other duties, as required.
• Keep track of daily tasks completed.
• Keep track of hours worked.
• Assist with clean-up.
• Learn new skills without being asked.
• Participate in project commissioning and testing.

Conocimientos

Networking fundamentals

IP camera technology

Controller hardware

Door hardware & credentials

Terminate & test cables

Blueprint reading

Customer communication

Mentor junior techs

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

IP cameras

NVR

VMS platforms

Structured cabling systems

Descripción del empleo

The Field Technician will be responsible for installing wireless access points, electrified door hardware, access control panels, analog and IP cameras, camera servers (NVR), power supplies, cable pathway systems and various structured cabling systems including, but is not limited to, fiber optic cabling systems, twisted pair cable, low voltage cable and coax Installations are performed in both new construction and retrofit scenarios in a variety of environments.

Essential Functions

• Install structured cabling systems (copper, fiber, low-voltage)
• Install network switches, wireless access points and other IP devices Physical
• Install various CCTV; analog and IP cameras
• Install various types of NVR’s and VMS platforms
• Install cable pathway systems
• Install, terminate, test, label and document horizontal, backbone and other cables
• Learn installation best practices from Lead technicians
• Work in a team environment with project manager, lead technician and other field technicians
• Perform other duties, as required
• Keep track of daily tasks completed
• Keep track of hours worked
• Assist with clean-up
• Learn new skills without being asked
• Participate in project commissioning and testing

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Hold a valid driver’s license
• Current and continued certification in at least one VMS system
• Current and continued certification in at least one structured cabling system
• At least one year’s experience as an Installer (or equivalent position)
• Successfully pass a back ground check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of networking principles, IP camera technology, controller hardware, door hardware and credential technologies
• Ability to terminate and test category cable and fiber optic cable
• Basic knowledge of low voltage principles (ohm’s law, load calculations, metering, etc.)
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, line diagrams and specifications
• Ability to communicate adequately with customer representatives in the field
• Ability and willingness to serve as a mentor for Installers and/or junior Field Technicians

Physical Demands

Spends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands and reaching. Spends approximately 1/3 of time walking and talking/hearing. Frequent lifting required of items 25-50 pounds.

Work Environment

May require driving to project sites. May be exposed to variable weather conditions. Other conditions may include proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery and using various tools and hardware. Worker is subject to frequent heavy lifting.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.