Service Technician II; onsite

Company Description

Join our team at Convergint Federal (CF). Become part of one of the nation's leading security integrators for the U.S. Federal Government.

Convergint Federal (CF) is a systems integration company that is focused on the physical security with locations in Maryland, Virginia, Alabama, and North Carolina. CF is a leader in the design, integration, installation, maintenance, and operation of technically complex integrated physical security management systems. We have the ability to support the entire life cycle of these programs and projects—from security analyses, engineering and design, through installation, operation and maintenance.

CFS is seeking a Service Technician to service our customers in the Columbia, MD area.

The Service Technician plays a crucial role in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of security systems, ensuring the highest level of functionality and customer satisfaction within the Field Operations Department.

The person in this role must provide world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. It requires a person of integrity, self-accountability, commitment to communicate openly and consistently, delivering results and having fun with laughter daily. In this role we want you to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Service Technician II as a part of the Field Operations Department.

This job requires a person who remains professional, organized, collaborative, detail oriented and always delivers consistency.

• Maintain security systems, including but not limited to access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems.
• Conduct system upgrades and modifications to meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful implementation of security solutions.
• Track inventory.
• Identify and resolve technical issues promptly and efficiently.
• Conduct diagnostic tests and utilize troubleshooting tools to analyze system performance.
• Provide remote and on-site support to address client concerns and maintain system functionality.
• Interface directly with clients to understand their needs and address inquiries.
• Provide training and guidance to clients on system operation and maintenance.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships through effective communication and problem resolution.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all service activities, including service reports, equipment inventory, and configuration changes.
• Collaborate with the technical support team to contribute to knowledge bases and best practices.
• Ensure that all installations and services meet company and industry standards.
• Conduct regular quality checks and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Other duties assigned within reason of current role previously specified.

• Minimum high school degree/GED required. Relevant trade certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in the installation and maintenance of security systems. With experience with projects 100K min.
• 1 to 2 product-specific certifications helpful; industry-specific certifications desired; must have or be able to obtain applicable state and/or local required industry licenses as required by state law;
  Must have valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• The colleague must frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift, push or pull up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The position may require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use such as safety glasses, hard hat, ear plugs, steel‑toed shoes, or work boots, as required on job site. May require safety vest.
• Basic construction with some level of electrical or a low voltage background.
• Experience in 1 or more of the following industries: electronic/electrical, fire alarm & life safety, data‑cable installation and/or building automation.
• Intimate knowledge of field hardware.
• Ability to read and…