Low Voltage Technician I - Paging, Audio & Communication Systems

Description

Position Summary:

This role is an entry-level technical role responsible for assisting with the installation and implementation of video surveillance, access control, structured cabling, paging and mass notification, audio/sound systems, nurse call and intercom and other related physical security solutions. This role works closely with the Foreman, Project Manager, and other team members, this role is expected to build technical proficiency while executing assigned tasks with quality and professionalism. This role is expected to maintain quality standards and provide a positive customer experience.

Roles and Responsibilities/ Essential Functions:

• Install and support the implementation of video surveillance, access control, structured cabling, and related low-voltage systems under supervision.
• Perform cable pulling, terminations, mounting, device installation, and equipment setup.
• Read and follow project drawings, scopes of work, and installation instructions.
• Maintain compliance with company standards, jobsite safety requirements, and applicable codes.
• Troubleshoot basic installation issues and escalate more complex issues appropriately.
• Coordinate effectively with the Foreman, Project Manager, and other team members to support project execution.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to time, materials, and completed work.
• Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Demonstrate a commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
• Continue developing technical knowledge and field installation skills.
• Frequent travel to customer sites is required. Travel may include daily local travel, regional travel, and occasional overnight stays based on project location, customer requirements, and business needs.
• Install, configure, and test paging and mass notification systems — amplifiers, speakers, zoning, and head-end equipment.
• Install and support audio / sound reinforcement systems, including speaker layout, tuning, and source equipment.
• Install and commission nurse call and intercom / two-way communication systems.
• Terminate, test, and certify low-voltage cabling to manufacturer and industry standards.
• Meet annual billable hour goal, as defined by HBS. This number may change over time as the business evolves. 

Requirements

Competencies:

• Accountability: Accountability looks at the extent to which an individual is willing to accept responsibility. 
• Active Listening: Active listening looks at the extent to which an individual actively attends to, conveys, and understands the comments and questions of others. 
• Adaptability: Adaptability looks at the extent to which an individual can fit into a changing working environment. 
• Communication, Oral: Oral Communication skills looks at the extent to which an individual communicates with economy and clarity, actively engaging in conversations in order to clearly understand others' message and intent and receives and processes feedback. 
• Customer Oriented: Customer orientation implies a desire to serve both external and internal clients by focusing effort on meeting the client’s needs, understanding their concerns, and seeking to build trust. 
• Decision Making: Decision making skills look at the ability of the individual to select an effective course of action while controlling resources and expenditures. 
• Problem Solving: Problem solving skills looks at the ability of the individual to recognize courses of action which can be taken to handle problems or potential problems and applying contingency plans to solve those problems. 
• Working Under Pressure: Working under pressure looks at the ability of the individual to maintain composure when exposed to stress. 

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with one or more of: paging / mass notification, audio / sound systems, nurse call / intercom, access control, video surveillance, or low-voltage cabling

Required Skills, Education and/ or Certifications required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Computer Skills: Microsoft office Suite (Basic knowledge of computers)
• Able to use basic hand tools and power tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Including Disabled and Veterans

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