Lead Technician Level II - DC

Datawatch Systems; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Datawatch Systems in Bethesda, MD seeks an entry-level candidate for an Lead Technician Level II role focused on learning security installation techniques. You will gain hands-on experience with access control and CCTV fundamentals while working on on-site projects across DC/MD/VA areas.

Pay ranges from $25 to $32 per hour, with benefits and paid time off. EOE/M/F/V/D. DCJS #11-2294. Travel may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Able to obtain/maintain state driving license and safe driving record.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background check, motor vehicle, and drug screening required.
• Must obtain Virginia 35E license and MD electronic security license including FBI fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation techniques for access control and CCTV systems.
• Learn to read floor plans and electrical drawings relevant to security systems.
• Follow Building, Fire, and Life Safety codes during installation.
• Provide dependable on-site support and communication with team.

Skills

Customer communication

Read floor plans

Electrical concepts

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Lead Technician Level II - DC

Job Location: US-MD-Bethesda

Overview

Datawatch Systems is offering an entry level career opportunity for eager and dependable candidates. You will gain in demand electronic security skills with our combination of on-the-job and classroom training. You will learn the proper installation techniques, building and fire code, as well as access control and CCTV fundamentals. Great opportunities for growth and advancement with a Managed Access Control pioneer, leading the industry in advanced solutions.

Pay rate is $25 - $32/hour, commensurate with experience, plus benefits and paid time off. EOE/M/F/V/D. DCJS #11-2294

Responsibilities

What you will Learn

• Proper and safe use of hand tools, power tools, communication, and diagnostic devices
• Strong communication skills/customer service focus
• How to read floor plans and electrical drawings
• Various areas of Building, Fire, and Life Safety code

Work Environment

• Open floor plans with ambient noise and activity consistent with office or call center work
• Active construction sites often without HVAC
• Confined spaces (closets, basements, etc.)
• The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, tools, and vehicle
• May be required to travel based on business needs

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Eligible to obtain a valid state driver's license and maintain a safe driving record
• High school diploma (GED equivalent) required
• Technical/Trade/Vocational schoolwork or experience in electronics/electrical (Desirable, but not required)
• Able to lift and carry up to forty-five pounds - climbing stairs and ladders while carrying weight, i.e., cabling wire
• Reliable transportation to work sites in and around the DC/MD/VA areas
• Must be willing to participate in and pass the company's pre-employment screening process including a background investigation, motor vehicle check and drug screening.
• Obtain and maintain a 35E Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and MD electronic security license including FBI fingerprinting
• Reliable and punctual with strong attendance history

Benefits

• Choice of Medical Insurance plans
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA Accounts
• 401K Plan with a discretionary employer match
• 529 Plan Access
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter and Parking Benefit
• Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employer-paid 50K Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Children
• Voluntary portable Accident, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Annual performance Evaluation and salary adjustment consideration
• Paid holidays, sick and vacation leave
• Job-related tuition reimbursement