Senior Alarm Technician - Security Systems & Low Voltage Installation

At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we’d like to invite you to join our team as a Senior Systems Technician!

We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, and growth opportunities. We think you’ll find what you want here because what we do matters - to us, our customers, and most of all, our team members.

Location:

Tallahassee, FL. Company Vehicle Provided.

As an Alarm Installation Systems Technician, you will install and service complex residential and commercial security systems, including wired and wireless systems, access control, and video surveillance systems. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose network and system issues, perform basic integrations, and ensure systems operate reliably for our customers. Senior technicians also play an important role in supporting and mentoring junior technicians while sharing technical knowledge to strengthen the capabilities of the team and branch.

If you have experience installing alarm systems, security systems, running low voltage wiring, installing CCTV systems, or working in structured wiring or new construction environments—and enjoy mentoring other technicians or sharing your technical expertise—this role may be a strong fit for your background.

• Install/service residential and/or commercial systems:
  • Complete installation and/or servicing of various types of security systems, including wired and wireless systems, with minimal supervision
  • Troubleshoot more complex systems and network issues and work with basic integration
  • Run and fish wires in a concealed manner
  • Set up and communicate system functionality to customers and answer questions
  • Keep the job site clean & organized so work can be performed safely
  • Employ basic logic skills to move an issue to resolution
• Train and mentor technicians:
  • Review work of Entry Level and Level 1 technicians on a shared job site and provide training to correct any errors
  • Train and mentor Entry Level and Level 1 technicians on package and/or less complex systems

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3–5 years of field experience or equivalent technical education or certification – preferred
• 2 years of life safety and home automation equipment experience – preferred
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history
• ESA Certified Alarm Technician Level 2 or equivalent – preferred
• NICET Fire or Video Level 1 – preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate with various individuals professionally to provide superior customer service
• Ability to understand the technical functionality of various systems learned online and/or via hands‑on instruction
• Ability to learn and demonstrate proficient understanding of the hardware and panel writing of the required manufacturers

• Competitive compensation with incentive eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off for vacation, sick days, and floating holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are one of the largest security integrators in the country and have proudly been installing innovative security and smart automation solutions in homes and businesses for more than 50 years. Our purpose is to make our world more secure, connected, and empowered, one customer at a time.

• Win as a team.
• Do the right thing.
• Make a difference every day.
• Get it done.
• Think big.

Vector Security is a Drug‑Free Workplace.

Vector Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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