Traveling Electronic Security Systems Technician

Evergreen Fire and Security; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid flights for weekends at home for

Weekly per diem

Paid TSA Pre-Check

Travel leave perks

Job summary

Evergreen Fire and Security is seeking a Traveling Electronic Security Systems Technician to join our team. You will install, test, repair, and maintain security projects while traveling extensively across client sites and interfacing with customers on-site.

Ideal candidates have high school diploma, electrical wiring experience, and ability to obtain government clearance. We offer competitive pay ($30–$45/hr), paid travel perks, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid CPR/First Aid card is required.
• Valid electrician certificate or trainee card is required.
• Electrical wiring experience is required.
• Ability to travel extensively for work.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) are required.
• Good communication skills to interface with customers are required.
• Ability to call and schedule appointments and understand code requirements is required.
• Attention to detail and autonomy are essential.
• Ability to work with others and maintain a positive attitude is essential.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of minimum liability insurance required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random background, drug, and MVR screenings.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, tests, and maintains security projects.
• Serves as the face of Evergreen to customers onsite with great service and training.
• Ensures safety by complying with State and Federal regulations.
• Handles service orders and project administration.
• Performs follow-up to ensure the client is ready for inspection.

Skills

Travel extensively

CPR/First Aid

Electrician certificate

High school diploma

Electrical wiring experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Scheduling/appointment setting

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Team player

Driver’s license

Background/Drug/MVR screenings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

Evergreen Fire and Security (EFS) is a recognized leader in the life safety and security solutions industry. We are entrusted by the Federal Government and commercial customers to protect lives, critical infrastructure, and information by providing and maintaining technically advanced and innovative fire alarm, access control, intrusion detection, CCTV, mass notification, and other critical protection systems.

The Key to Our Success

Our success is largely due to the experience, skills, and expertise of the best and brightest employees in the industry. Due to growth, we are looking for additional qualified experts to join the Evergreen team. Think you have what it takes? Great! We welcome you to submit your qualifications for this great Evergreen Fire and Security career opportunity.

The Opportunity

This opportunity as a TravelingElectronic Security Systems Technician is perfect for an experienced low-voltage technician who enjoys traveling!

The Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, tests, and maintains security projects
• Serves as the face of Evergreen to our customers onsite by providing top-notch service and product training
• Ensures safety through compliance with relevant State and Federal regulations
• Handles service orders and project administration
• Performs follow-up to ensure the client is ready for inspection

The Necessities

• Ability to travel extensively
• Valid CPR/First Aid card
• Valid electrician certificate or trainee card
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Electrical wiring experience
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Good communication skills to interface with customers
• Ability to call and schedule appointments, follow instructions, and understand code requirements
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work well with others and come to work with a positive attitude
• Valid driver’s license and proof of minimum liability insurance
• Ability to pass pre-employment and continuing random background, drug, and MVR screenings

Great to Have

• Relevant factory certifications and knowledge are always a plus. Great examples include:
  • Lenel
  • DAQ Access Control/IDS
  • Milestone CCTV
  • Pelco CCTV
  • Monitor Dynamics Access Control/IDS
  • AMAG
  • Various DDC and Building Utility Control Systems
• Prior experience working on government contracts or military bases
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government clearance

The Benefits

Here at Evergreen, we pay competitive wages and benefits, but we also go the extra mile for our Technicians, and even more so for those who travel frequently. Sound good? Check these out:

Awesome Travel Perks!

• Additional weeks of paid leave for extended travel—up to 320 additional hours of time off!
• Paid flights for weekends at home for regional travel
• Weekly per diem for meals, incidentals, and lodging paid to you
• Paid TSA Pre-Check
• Work-related travel miles and hotel points are yours to keep

Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan
  • Up to 4% match available
  • 100% vested from day one
• Healthcare flexible spending accounts
• Dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-sponsored group term life insurance
• Corporate perks program
• Opportunities to participate in voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, voluntary life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care, hospital indemnity insurance, critical illness insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, and accident insurance

Pay range is $30 - $45 per hour for well-qualified candidates.

We also offer opportunities for training and advancement in a fast-paced, inclusive, and rewarding working environment. Check us out on Facebook, LinkedIn, or at www.evergreenfire.com.

Evergreen Fire & Security is a US government contractor with sensitive access requirements. As our employee, you must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information. Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. citizenship due to the level of access to sensitive information and/or restricted facilities.

Evergreen Fire and Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.