Low Voltage Service Technician

Sarasota, United States | Posted on 08/25/2026

• Salary $25 - $31 / hour Salary based on experience
• City Sarasota
• State/Province Florida
• Country United States

VIP Systems is a premier Florida systems integrator specializing in commercial electrical and low-voltage technology solutions. We design, install, service, and maintain advanced building technologies for luxury residential, multifamily, commercial, hospitality, and mixed-use developments.

Our expertise includes access control, video surveillance, structured cabling, networking, audio-visual systems, intercoms, and integrated building technologies. We are committed to delivering exceptional workmanship, outstanding customer service, and long-term client relationships.

VIP Systems is seeking an experienced Low Voltage Service Technician to join our growing Service Division. This position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and commissioning commercial low-voltage systems while providing exceptional service to our customers.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated technician with strong troubleshooting skills, extensive field experience, and a solid understanding of IP-based technologies. You should be comfortable working independently, communicating directly with customers, and solving complex technical issues while maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and professionalism.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial low-voltage systems.
• Respond to scheduled and emergency service calls in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, firmware updates, system backups, and operational testing.
• Identify causes of system failures and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and service access control systems, including:
  • Controllers
  • Card readers
  • Electric strikes
  • Magnetic locks
  • Request-to-Exit (REX) devices
  • Automatic door operators
  • Intercom systems
  • Associated hardware and software
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot IP and analog surveillance systems.
• Configure cameras, NVRs, PoE switches, recording systems, and remote viewing applications.
• Perform camera alignment, image optimization, recording verification, and system health checks.

• Configure and troubleshoot IP networks supporting low-voltage systems.
• Configure managed switches, VLANs, DHCP, static IP addressing, PoE, VPN connectivity, and basic firewall/router settings.
• Diagnose network communication issues affecting connected devices.

• Install, terminate, test, label, certify, and document:
  • Cat5e
  • Cat6
  • Cat6A
  • Coaxial cable
  • Fiber-optic cabling
• Maintain high-quality installation standards in accordance with industry best practices.

• Install, configure, and service commercial audio/visual systems, including:
  • Distributed audio
  • Amplifiers
  • Speakers
  • Flat-panel displays
  • Digital signage
  • Video conferencing systems
  • Control systems

• Read and interpret construction drawings, riser diagrams, wiring schematics, specifications, and manufacturer documentation.
• Complete service tickets, testing records, photographs, material usage, and daily reports accurately and on time.
• Communicate professionally with customers, property managers, project managers, and other trades.
• Provide customers with system operation guidance and basic user training when appropriate.

• Maintain assigned company vehicle, tools, test equipment, and service inventory.
• Follow OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and applicable electrical and low-voltage codes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional job site.

• Minimum 2- 3 years of hands-on experience servicing commercial low-voltage systems.
• Proven experience independently troubleshooting and repairing integrated building technologies.

Strong working knowledge of:

• Access Control Systems
• Structured Cabling
• Audio/Visual Systems
• TCP/IP Networking
• Fiber Optics
• IP Device Configuration
• Network Infrastructure

Ability to configure and troubleshoot:

• Managed switches
• VLANs
• DHCP
• Static IP addressing
• PoE systems
• VPN connectivity
• Basic firewall and router settings

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Experience using web-based equipment interfaces and mobile service applications.
• Ability to update firmware, configure devices, and perform…