Preventive Maintenance Specialist

US - LLC Recruiting; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401k matching

Life insurance

Wellness program

Corporate social responsibility day

Vehicle reimbursement

Job summary

Convergint is hiring a Security Service Technician in Pleasanton, CA. You will perform preventative maintenance inspections on burglar alarms, CCTV, and access control systems, ensuring reliability and compliance.

The role involves testing, documenting results, troubleshooting, and communicating findings to customers and internal teams. You will join a culture that emphasizes growth, equal opportunity, and outstanding service, with a broad benefits package and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED or equivalent experience.
• Experience in electronic security or building automation is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections on burglar alarm systems, CCTV, access control, and other security technologies.
• Document inspection results and communicate findings to customers and internal teams.
• Respond to routine and some non-routine service calls, diagnose and repair issues.
• Install projects as necessary and ensure compliance with regulations and safety policies.
• Prepare accurate and detailed service reports for invoicing and cost tracking.
• Collaborate with team members to improve operations and cross-train on servicing customers.

Skills

Customer focus

Attention to detail

Technical knowledge

Programming basics

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

MS Office

Education

High School/GED or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Pleasanton Office
Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA

Description

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Security Service Technician to join our amazing culture.In this role, you will perform preventative maintenance inspections on burglar alarm systems, CCTV, access control systems, and other electronic security technologies, helping ensure our customers' security systems remain reliable, compliant, and operating at peak performance. Responsibilities include conducting routine system testing, documenting inspection results, identifying potential issues, performing basic troubleshooting, and communicating findings to customers and internal teams.As a Security Service Technician, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

For information about how we use your personal information, please see our Colleague & Applicant Privacy Notice, available on convergint.com/careers.

Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world‑class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces equal opportunity and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Security Service Technician.

Who We Are

With 20‑years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced‑based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What you’ll do with “Our Training and Your Experience”

• Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague‑first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
• Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer’s first choice for service.

Preventative maintenance inspections on burglar alarm systems, CCTV, access control systems, and other electronic security technologies, helping ensure our customers' security systems remain reliable, compliant, and operating at peak performance.

• Responsibilities include conducting routine system testing, documenting inspection results, identifying potential issues, performing basic troubleshooting, and communicating findings to customers and internal teams.
• Respond to routine and some non‑routine customer service calls, scheduled maintenance calls, and emergency and after‑hours service calls on a timely basis; diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, replace defective parts and debug systems for routine problems; install projects as necessary.
• Use solid troubleshooting skills to isolate and fix problems in malfunctioning equipment or software.
• Identifies and resolves problems for many types of service calls including emergency and after‑hours calls; analyzes repair requirements and provides customer with appropriate solutions; completes necessary repairs and replacements as needed; exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criterion for obtaining results.
• Completes accurate and detailed service reports for customer and Convergint in a timely manner to allow for accurate invoicing and job cost tracking.
• May provide custom systems integrations, detailed systems upgrade planning and execution, systems audits and consultation, and/or database management and manipulation. May install, configure, and support a variety of network systems and equipment for assigned projects.
• Executes all service calls in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations as well as company health and safety policies and procedures. Uses solid troubleshooting skills to isolate and fix problems in malfunctioning equipment or software.
• Communicates with and work with the other team members consistently to improve overall operations of the Convergint Technology Center, and company.
• Responsible for primarily performing preventative maintenance for installed systems that are typically less complex.
• Work closely with other specialists to cross‑train on servicing existing customers by responding to service calls, carrying out Customer Support Programs and small projects business.
• Scope of work includes technical assistance, systems checkout of new and existing installations, troubleshooting and maintenance and repair routines associated with installed Security and the installation of small or less complex projects.
• Opportunity to interact directly with customers, develop strong problem‑solving abilities, and gain exposure to a variety of security technologies used in commercial environments
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

What You’ll Need

• Developing exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of, and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
• Positive attitude, strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Developing technical skills and experience related to building automation systems, fire alarm systems, and/or electronic security systems.
• Ability to develop basic programming skills and proven ability to troubleshoot problems and look for solutions.
• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g. works with a variety of hand and power tools such as drill, screwdriver, wire stripper, hacksaw, crimper).
• Proficient computer skills including familiarity with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Company Benefits

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which all individuals are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits:

• 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid parental leave

Requirements:

Education: High School/GED or equivalent experience

Preferred Experience: (but not required):

• 1-3 years relevant
• Experience in 1 or more of the following industries: electronic, fire alarm & life safety, and/or building automation

Convergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

Please note that this job posting includes salary information for the assigned target market range within the primary geographic region the requisition is posted. If the position is posted in multiple locations or is a remote position, the salary range may vary. Individual pay rates will, of course, vary depending on the job, department, and location, as well as the individual skills, experience, certifications, specific licenses, and education of the applicant.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

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