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Fire Alarm Install Technician at VSC Fire &… · Richmond
Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeRichmond, VA$56k–$87k/yr
Skills
fire alarm systemsintrusion detection systemsaccess control systemscctvip camerasnetworking infrastructuretelecom systemsbi-directional antenna systems (bda)distributed antenna systems (das)audio/video systemsnurse call systemsarea of refuge systemsintercom systemscrestronextronhoneywell systemsnotifier systemsgamewell fci systemssilent knight systemsfire lite systemssiemens systemsautocall/jci systemsrath systemsreading electrical plansreading schematicsreading drawingselectrical specifications interpretationnicet certification
Job Description
Summary: VSC Fire & Security is a leading provider of fire protection and life-safety solutions in the Southeast, known for quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. They are seeking an Integrated Systems Technician to oversee the installation and service of various integrated systems, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the process.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze needs and product requirements for installation and/or service
- Conduct tests and inspections to evaluate product, service, or process performance
- Operate industry-specific tools to ensure proper installation and/or service
- Identify and evaluate complex problems, review information, and implement corrective action plans
- Utilize mathematical skills for computations and problem-solving
- Apply logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions and approaches to problems
- Identify measures and actions to improve system performance
- Respond to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at job sites
- Investigate job site damage, accidents, or delays to ensure proper procedures are followed
- Accurately interpret and complete assigned instructions from the supervisor
- Complete work in a timely manner as directed by the supervisor
- Communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, job site personnel, and vendors
- Demonstrate autonomy in organizing, planning, and prioritizing work
- Utilize concentration, attention to detail, and multitasking ability
- Oversee, plan, schedule, and prioritize the work of others, and delegate tasks to others
- Communicate clearly and professionally with employees
- Plan, direct, and coordinate activities concerned with the installation and service of Integrated Systems
- Maintain proper Risk Management and Safety procedures on all job sites per VSC
- Participate in the service and inspection process to oversee project repair, testing, and completion
- Manage delays, emergencies, damage and/or accidents at job sites to ensure proper procedures are carried out
Required Qualifications:
- One (1) year of experience installing commercial construction Integrated Systems
- Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills
- Proficient in following instructions in equipment manuals, comprehending, and composing these manuals into simple instructions
- Demonstrate capability in following written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision
- Competence in reading and interpreting electrical plans, drawings, schematics, and specifications
- Ability to pass various background checks when required
- Reliable transportation, valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle
- May require participation in on-call rotation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience and/or training in one or more of specialized system(s)
Required Skills: Fire Alarm Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Access Control Systems, CCTV, IP Cameras, Networking Infrastructure, Telecom Systems, Bi-Directional Antenna Systems (BDA), Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Audio/Video Systems, Nurse Call Systems, Area of Refuge Systems, Intercom Systems, Crestron, Extron, Honeywell Systems, Notifier Systems, Gamewell FCI Systems, Silent Knight Systems, Fire Lite Systems, Siemens Systems, AutoCall/JCI Systems, RATH Systems, Reading Electrical Plans, Reading Schematics, Reading Drawings, Electrical Specifications Interpretation, NICET Certification
Benefits: Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family., A 401K plan with a company match., PTO and Paid Holidays., Opportunities for training and advancement., Relevant educational and licensure reimbursement for qualified candidates., Health Savings Account (HSA)., Life Insurance., Employee Assistance Program., Sign-on Bonuses available for individuals with an active NICET certification., Referral Bonuses.
Benefits
Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.
A 401K plan with a company match.
PTO and Paid Holidays.
Opportunities for training and advancement.
Relevant educational and licensure reimbursement for qualified candidates.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Life Insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Sign-on Bonuses available for individuals with an active NICET certification.
Referral Bonuses.