Lead Systems Technician

Vector Security; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Company paid life and AD&D insurance

401k retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Company vehicle provided

Job summary

Vector Security is seeking a Lead Systems Technician based in Portland, OR. This role involves the servicing and installation of integrated systems, including burglar and fire alarms, access control, and video surveillance. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical aptitude, effective interpersonal skills, and have at least 2 years of experience in fire detection systems.

The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, a 401k plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• ESA Certified Alarm Technician Level 2 or equivalent preferred.
• NICET Fire or Video Level 2 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes system servicing and/or installations of integrated systems.
• Completes programming & commissioning for security and fire systems.
• Assists with new technician training.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

5+ years industry experience

2 years fire detection and signaling systems experience

Tools

Integrated systems design software

Security, fire alarm, and access control systems

Job description

About the Role

At Vector Security, we think big, do the right thing, and make a difference every day. If this is how you like to work, we’d like to invite you to join our team as our new Lead Systems Technician.

Location

Portland, OR

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 1st shift hours

Summary

The Lead Systems Technician will be responsible for servicing and/or installation of integrated systems including burglar and fire alarms, access control, and video. The role requires strong technical aptitude and effective interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes system servicing and/or installations of various types of integrated systems.
• Completes servicing and/or installation of basic to advanced network devices.
• Completes programming & commissioning for security, fire, access control and video surveillance systems.
• Assists with new technician training.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 5+ years industry experience - preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of fire detection and signaling systems experience (burglary, fire alarm, CCTV and access control).
• Certification/License
  • Must possess a Valid Driver’s License.
  • ESA Certified Alarm Technician Level 2 or equivalent - preferred.
  • NICET Fire or Video Level 2 - preferred.
• Communication
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with various individuals in a professional manner in order to provide superior customer service.
• Technical
  • Assists in design of integrated systems; understands software and programming for the primary manufacturers used by their home branch.
  • Possesses the skill to decipher/design integrated systems in conjunction with local jurisdiction requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid short- and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company vehicle provided

Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, national origin, veteran, or disability status. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.