Installation Technician II

Kastle Systems; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kastle Systems in Falls Church, VA is seeking an Installation Technician II to install, test, troubleshoot, and repair CCTV, access control, intercom, and IP video systems at customer sites. You will work closely with clients and Kastle staff to ensure timely, high-quality service.

The role requires 5+ years’ experience with security systems, strong electronics knowledge, and the ability to read diagrams. The company offers competitive base pay of $60,000–$70,000 and a benefits package including

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience installing access control or video systems.
• Technical school certificate a plus but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools.
• Strong electronics knowledge and ability to use digital volt meters.
• Knowledge of IP, Ethernet, and networking.
• Construction experience and knowledge of door hardware and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Installs, tests, and troubleshoots CCTV, access control, and security systems.
• Ensures systems are installed properly and on time per procedures.
• Provides feedback to identify barriers and resolve issues.
• Communicates with managers and Project Manager to resolve discrepancies.
• Provides regular progress updates to all stakeholders.
• Maintains inventory for vehicles and projects and performs inventory counts.
• Coaches team members on installation procedures and quality control standards.

Skills

Access control

Video systems

Mechanical aptitude

Electronics knowledge

Digital volt meters

Education

Technical school certificate

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Digital voltmeters

Cat5 networking

Job description

Overview

Join the leader in providing smarter solutions for a safer world. The property technology space is growing rapidly, and Kastle Systems is leading the way. Kastle Systems is the premier provider of property technology solutions, with a track record of introducing innovative technologies to serve over 460M square feet of real estate globally. Clients span the commercial and multifamily real estate, education, and construction industries and the customers they serve. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an innovative leader to come in and have an immediate impact. The Installation Technician II will install, test, troubleshoot and repair all aspects of our security systems including access control, Intercom, phone, and IP video systems at customer sites. To that end, the Lead Technician interacts directly with the client, client representatives, other contractors and Kastle personnel to ensure a successful service and repair solutions. The Lead Technician will ensure that service orders are completed accurately and on time, and that these services meet or exceed client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Installs, tests, and troubleshoots new CCTV, access control, and security systems.
• Ensures that systems are installed properly and on time in accordance with Kastle's procedures and quality control standards.
• Provides feedback and information to identify any potential barriers to timely execution of the project, such as construction delays or changes.
• Communicates with managers and Project Manager to resolve discrepancies or issues.
• Provides regular progress updates to all stakeholders.
• Provides accurate documentation for completed work.
• Responsible for providing proper documentation for inventory control and for maintaining proper inventory for vehicles and projects. Must be available to perform end of year and interim inventory counts.
• Maintains assigned company-owned vehicles, tools, equipment, and individual tool issue.
• Responsible for the behavior and performance of assigned team members.
• Coaches assigned team members on the Kastle installation procedures and quality control standards. Reports any issues to the department Managers.
• Maintains and protects building keys to customer buildings.
• Communicates with customers, customer representatives, contractors and Kastle staff as necessary to install and test equipment.
• Stays up to date and knowledgeable in Kastle services, technology as well as internal processes and procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ successful experience installing access control, video systems or other related electronic systems.
• Technical school certificate a plus but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and thorough knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Strong electronics knowledge/background (AC/DC theory, series and parallel circuits, open/close loops) and ability and knowledge to use digital volt meters.
• Knowledge of Serial Communication (RS232, RS485).
• Basic knowledge of IP, Ethernet, and networking protocol and Cat5 technologies.
• Professional construction experience and knowledge of door hardware, electric and mechanical locking devices and building codes pertaining to construction, fire, and electrical systems.

Company Overview

At Kastle, we believe that diversity makes us stronger - at work and in the world. Kastle Systems International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affinity Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state laws.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors. This range reflects base pay only and may not include bonus, commission, equity, or other incentive compensation, where applicable. Actual offers are determined individually based on the candidate's qualifications and internal equity considerations. Kastle Systems (and its affiliate, i2G) offers a competitive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and other benefits, depending on position and location.