Lead Technician

Pavion; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pavion in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Lead Technician to join our fire alarm, nurse call, and security integration team. The role involves installing headend equipment, testing and documentation, and coordinating with installers to meet CTSI standards.

You will provide technical expertise, supervise field staff, and ensure safety procedures are followed while maintaining accurate records and service updates.

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications include a HS diploma or GED and 5+ years in the fire alarm industry.
• Driver's license with clean driving record is required.
• Experience with coordinating install teams and adhering to codes.

Responsibilities

• Install headend equipment, field devices and basic programming for Nurse Call, RTLS, Fire Alarm and Security.
• Coordinate and oversee contracted work, inspect for acceptance and CTSI standards.
• Analyze blueprints and layouts to determine efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
• Provide technical expertise for installation, repair and service.
• Inform Project Manager on procedures and status of work orders.
• Coordinate and supervise Installers, ensuring compliance with codes and specifications.
• Maintain documentation and operate equipment as needed, including safety training.
• Respond to service calls during normal and after-hours, addressing safety concerns.
• Establish effective working relationships and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ensure quality control and clean up work area daily.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Safety compliance

Customer communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Time Web

Job description

Corporate Headquarters
Chantilly, VA 20151, USA

Description

Pavion Connects and Protects by providing innovative fire, security, and communication integration solutions to customers across the globe. We bring industry-leading expertise to clients in enterprise, healthcare, education, government, data center, and retail industries. Global Reach. Local Service.

As a global leader, Pavion specializes in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of cutting-edge fire alarm systems, critical communications, video surveillance, access control, and advanced AV technologies. Our mission is to bring clarity and transformation to safety, security, and communication through integral technology and radical service.

With a commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, Pavion ensures scalable, future-ready solutions tailored to meet and exceed our clients’ needs. Learn more at www.pavion.com

Pavion and our family of companies is seeking a talented and motivated Lead Technician to join our integration business unit.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Install headend equipment, all field devices and basic programming for a variety of Nurse Call, RTLS, Fire Alarm and Security. Layout the system and install the cable as well as testing connectors, labeling and firestop. Assure that the equipment provides the service requested by the customer, completing the work order showing the work is completed, ensuring the documentation and database is updated
• Coordinate and oversees contracted work with the contractor, providing specific instructions and or help on projects, inspecting completed work for acceptance and compliance with CTSI standards, and ensuring that the network documentation is updated
• Analyze and layout blueprints, schematics, and drawings of CTSI systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems
• Provide technical expertise for installation, repair, and service
• Inform Project Manager regarding procedures and or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and or complying with company policies and building codes
• Coordinate and supervise the work of the Installers. Ensures that projects are completed within local, state, federal codes, regulations and specifications
• Participates in approved job-related training and development programs. Participates in equipment training and receives certification, and operates equipment as needed
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment in excellent condition. Ensures availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and or repair
• Responds to service calls during normal workday hours and also after hours. Addresses immediate safety concerns
• Use existing site certifications to track, document, and resolve technical problems
• Ensure safety procedures are followed at all times
• Updates & maintains documentation (Time Web, daily worksheets & all other paperwork)
• Establishes effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work, and communicate clearly, and effectively both orally and in writing
• Manages multiple priorities and deadlines and works effectively with minimum supervision
• Ensure quality control for assigned task
• Clean up work area daily

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or two years related experience or training on manufacturer systems installations; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years’ experience within the fire alarm industry
• Driver's license with clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Fire Alarm and Nurse Call
• Security Certification

Disclaimer:This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not be construed as a contract for employment.

Pavion is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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.