Security Alarm Technician - Longview, Texas

Interface Systems; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Phone provided

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Training

Job summary

Interface Systems seeks an experienced Security Alarm Technician to diagnose, install, service intrusion, fire, video surveillance, network and VoIP systems. You will work in the field, using company tools to install and maintain cabling, test and commission networks, and train customers.

You’ll manage inventory, coordinate with customers and vendors, and travel as needed. The role requires OSHA-aware practices and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Vocational/Technical/Business School preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Verifiable field experience.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents/drawings.
• Strong knowledge of telecom, data, security and wireless systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Pass state/federal background checks to become a registered installer.
• Able to use small and power tools.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain intrusion, fire, video surveillance, network and VoIP systems.
• Field work with efficient service methods; travel as needed.
• Train customers on Interface-provided systems.
• Maintain inventory through counts and documentation.
• Install/terminate network and security cabling; perform fire-stopping as required.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors and end-users on projects.

Skills

Field experience

Technical reading

Safety standards

Hand & power tools

Overnight travel

OSHA guidelines

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED; Vocational/Technical/Business School

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Cable termination tools

Job description

OverviewInterface is seeking an experienced Security Alarm Technician. In this position, you will diagnose and resolve application issues while maintaining, Fire Alarm, TCP/IP Networks, Video Surveillance, Access Control & Wireless solutions. As a Security Alarm Technician, you will be responsible for installing and servicing, , security and video surveillance systems, wireless devices, and cabling. This will also include installing various electronic components and cables including terminating, commissioning and testing.Interface equips its technicians with a full suite of high-quality, company-provided tools to ensure you’re prepared for every job. Standard equipment includes a cordless drill/driver, test monitor, tone generator and probe kit, cable strippers, crimpers, fish tape or rods, voltage tester, punch down tool, specialty wrenches or nut drivers, label maker, PPE (such as safety glasses, gloves, and hard hat), and a company-issued laptop. Additional tools may be provided based on specific job requirements or customer contracts. Whether you're in the field or in a branch-based role, we make sure you have the right tools to do the job safely and efficiently. Interface offers a dynamic, performance-oriented work culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration. Our team is driven by a shared passion for sustained excellence and where every member plays a critical role in achieving success.Interface offers a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, training, company provided vehicle and phone and much more. ResponsibilitiesInstall, repair and maintain Intrusion, Fire, Video Surveillance, Network and VoIP integrated systems.Work in the field with the most efficient methods to solve service issues.Train customers on Interface provided systems.Maintain acceptable and accurate inventory levels by conducting physical inventory counts.Verify and submit all documentation for inventoried items according to company policy.Install and terminate network and security cabling.Firestopping various types of cable penetrations.Understand, adhere to, and promote OSHA Health & Safety policiesInterface with customer contacts on projects and service requests.Interface with the end-user and coordinate with vendors for each project.Hands-on field interaction with customers at the site level.Maintain assigned vehicle and tools.The position is full-time and may include rotating on-call duties. QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED; Vocational/Technical/Business School, strongly preferred.Valid driver’s license.NICET Certification is a plus.Verifiable field experience.Ability to read and understand technical documents and drawings.Solid comprehension of the terminology about the installation and service of telecom, data, security, and wireless systems.Solid Comprehension of the publications about standard telecom, data, security, and wireless systems practices, engineering, and Federal, State, and local safety standards.Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to pass applicable state and federal background checks to become a registered security installer.Comfortable using small hand tools and power tools.Legally authorized to work in the United States of America.Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.Schedule flexibility and willingness to travel overnightPhysical demands include:Finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination.Heavy physical effort.Climbing stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.Ability to work from heights such as man lifts, scissor lifts, and rooftops utilizing proper fall protection.Carrying loads up and downstairs.Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.Schedule flexibility and willingness to travel overnightField Technicians - Minimum 2 years of experience as a proven field technician in the electronic security industryInterface Systems is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - all qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following: Employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer, recruitment, or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; for rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.If you need assistance or an accommodation in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. Any information will be treated as confidential and only used for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation as part of the recruiting process.