Field Technology Specialist- Fairfax VA
$60,320–$83,200 year
On-siteFairfax, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot low voltage infrastructure, physical security systems, and IT hardware across field sites. Configure Windows operating systems, assemble communication lines, and coordinate local procurement and material tracking for project completion. Evaluate installed equipment performance and provide QA/QC feedback while interpreting technical plans, blueprints, and CAD drawings. Travel 85% of the time, working in varying indoor and outdoor temperatures while wearing approved safety equipment. Requires 3 years of relevant installation experience, proficiency with Microsoft applications, and ability to work independently as a self-starter in a demanding environment.
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree (AAS preferred) from an accredited institution that requires 2 years' experience may be substituted for the degree, or certification and experience
- 3 Years' relevant computer or installation experience
- Read and understand work orders, instructions, schedules, schematics, specifications, manuals, wire diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings
- Draft reports and business correspondence
- Effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers, managers and customers
- Calculate amounts related to performance of the position such as discounts, proportions, percentages, distances, area, circumference, and volume
- Apply concepts of basic geometry
- Apply low voltage and basic electric theory (voltage, amperes, and ohms) and associated test equipment to install, test, troubleshoot, or replace electronic power, communication, and control systems
- Capability to interpret and edit technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
- familiar with interpretation and use of computer-aided design (CAD) drawings
- Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardization exists
- Proficient in Microsoft Applications
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems including Windows 11
- Demonstrate understanding of Information Technology, computer concepts, applications, and configuration
- electronic and computer equipment hardware and software
- Demonstrate understanding of layer 1 and layer 2 of the Open Systems Interconnection model (OSI)
- Have a basic understanding of networking, the use of applications controlling configurations and operations of low voltage physical security and video management systems and their related hardware
- Ability to install Win11 OS images, update drivers, and make configuration changes following written instructions and experience
- Driver's License
- Must be able to distinguish colors or possess other means to correctly terminate cabling
- Must be able to work up to 20' on ladders and up to 90' high using a large boom lift
- Must regularly be able to lift 60 pounds
- Employee may be required to travel up to 85% of the time
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with IP camera installation and maintenance preferred
- Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining low voltage physical security and VMS is a plus
- Technology Systems/Components Certifications desired. (A+, Network+, Security+, PSP, BICSI or other structured cable training / certification)
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