Senior Security & Building Automation Technician

Convergint; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, Dental & Vision Plan

401K Matching Plan

Life insurance & Disability Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Convergint is seeking a security technician to install, program, start-up, certify, and train customers on fire, security, and building automation systems across a range of project sizes. You will read blueprints, troubleshoot issues, and deliver high-quality service while maintaining budgets.

The role emphasizes customer satisfaction, mentorship of junior staff, and collaboration with engineering and project teams to ensure successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and programming electronic security and/or fire alarm & life safety systems for enterprise-level customers.
• Ability to read complex blueprints, schematics and wiring diagrams and translate to installation work.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to mentor newer staff.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, test, repair, and service security, fire alarm and building automation systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints/schematics to determine installation requirements.
• Provide customer training and act as technical liaison for support and project delivery.
• Assist with project planning, start-up, certification testing and close-out documentation.
• Mentor less experienced staff and collaborate with Project/Operations Managers.
• Ensure work complies with regulations and company safety policies.

Skills

Security systems

Fire alarm systems

Building automation

Electrical aptitude

Blueprints & schematics

Troubleshooting

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Education

College degree, trade school or equivalent experience

Tools

Genetec

Lenel

Brivo

DMP

Avigilon

Verkada

OSHA 10/30

Job description

Convergint is seeking a security technician to install, program, start-up, certify, and train customers on fire, security, and building automation systems across a range of project sizes. You will read blueprints, troubleshoot issues, and deliver high-quality service while maintaining budgets.

The role emphasizes customer satisfaction, mentorship of junior staff, and collaboration with engineering and project teams to ensure successful outcomes.