Senior Systems Technician

Vector Security, Inc; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Company paid life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401k retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Vector Security is seeking a Senior Systems Technician to install and troubleshoot complex commercial security systems in the Columbia, SC region. You will communicate system functionality to customers and mentor junior technicians, ensuring quality and efficiency on every site.

The role requires 3–5 years of field experience and life safety/home automation familiarity, with a focus on reliable, secure integrations and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of field experience or equivalent technical education or certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of life safety and home automation equipment experience - preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install commercial security systems (wired and wireless) with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot complex systems and network issues; perform basic integration.
• Run and fish wires in a concealed manner.
• Set up system functionality and communicate it clearly to customers.
• Maintain clean, organized job sites for safe work and efficiency.
• Mentor and review entry-level technicians on job sites and share knowledge.

Skills

Security systems install

Troubleshooting

Access control

Video surveillance

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Field experience 3-5 years

Life safety/home automation experience

Job description

At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we’d like to invite you to join our team as a Senior Systems Technician!

We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and growth opportunities. We think you’ll find what you want here because what we do matters - to us, our customers, and most of all, our team members.

Location: Columbia, SC Region

Summary:

Installation of complex commercial solutions, including wired and wireless systems . Responsibilities also include a basic understanding of access control and video surveillance systems, a bility to troubleshoot more complex systems, including network issues , and work with basic integration. A more effective communicator, they also serve as a mentor to junior technicians and share learned technical information to improve individual and branch capabilities.

What You'll Do:

• Install Commercial Systems:
  • Complete installation of various types of security systems , including wired and wireless systems, with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshoot more complex systems and network issues and work with basic integration.
  • R un and fish wires in a concealed manner.
  • Set up and communicate system functionality to customer and answer questions.
  • Keep job site clean & organized so work can be performed in the safest manner possible.
  • E mploy basic logic skills to move an issue to resolution.
• Review work of E ntry L evel and L evel 1 technicians on shared job site and provide training to correct any errors.
• Train and m entor entry-level and l evel 1 technicians on package and / or less complex systems.

What You'll Need:

• Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent .
  • 3 – 5 years of field experience or equivalent technical education or certification.
  • Minimum of 2 years of life safety and home automation equipment experience- preferred
• Certification/License:
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
  • ESA Certified Alarm Technician Level 2 or equivalent - preferred.
  • NICET Fire or Video Level 1 -preferred .
• Communication:
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with various individuals professionally to provide superior customer service.
• Technical:
  • Must be able to understand technical functionality of various systems learned online and/or via hands-on instruction .
  • Able to demonstrate proficient understanding of the hardware and panel writing of the required manufacturers.

What You'll Get:

We offer a “Total Rewards”package including:

• Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Vector Security is a leading provider of intelligent security and managed services solutions serving residential, commercial, and enterprise customers across North America. Through our Residential and Commercial business units, Vector Security delivers smart security, life safety, video, access control, and monitoring solutions. Our Vector Security Networks (VSN) division provides national security solutions for multi-site organizations, while Managed Network Services (MNS) delivers secure connectivity, and network management services that help businesses operate reliably and securely. For more than 50 years, we have been committed to protecting people, property, and business operations through innovative technology and exceptional service.

Our Values:

• Win as a team.
• Do the right thing.
• Make a difference every day.
• Get it done.
• Think big.

If you share these ideas, we’d love to hear from you!

Vector Security is a Drug-Free Workplace

Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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