Technician Level I

Datawatch Systems; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Datawatch Systems is offering an entry level career opportunity for eager and dependable candidates in Maryland. You will gain in demand electronic security skills through on-the-job and classroom training, learning installation techniques, building and fire code, and access control/CCTV fundamentals.

Starting wage is $20/hour with benefits and paid time off. You must be willing to submit to drug screening and a background check as part of pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• Must be 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 schooling or experience in electronics/electrical is desirable but not required.
• Able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds; climb stairs and ladders while carrying weight.

Responsibilities

• Learn proper installation techniques and building/fire/life safety code basics.
• Gain hands-on experience with access control and CCTV fundamentals.
• Assist with on-site installations and maintain safe work practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service focus

Reading floor plans

Electrical drawings

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic devices

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic devices

Job description

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.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 7 am - 3 pm, starting wage is $20/hour plus benefits and paid time off. Applicants must be willing to submit to a drug screening and criminal background check. 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 oftenwithout 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 four 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
• 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