Installation Technician

Overview

Overseeing installation of alarms, leading the team, alarm techs (fire alarm experience is a plus)

• At least 2 years of installing/programming/troubleshooting Fire and Security Alarms in large commercial retail stores.

• OSHA 30 certified
• Aerial lift certified
• Honeywell Fire Alarm (Fire lite or Silent Knight)

Insight Global's client, a leading IT Infrastructure Security company, is seeking to hire an Alarm Technician in the Wichita, KS market. This lead technician will be responsible for overseeing the installation of all fire/security low-voltage equipment in big box retail stores for customers such as Walmart, Kroger, Home Depot, Target, and many more. You will be troubleshooting, testing and programming Fire alarms, Burglar alarms, Access Control panels, CCTVs, POS systems, and more.

• Usually, you will need to work overnight (10pm-7am) when the stores are under operations and cannot have installations go on while they are open for business.
• Will need to be willing to travel. Depending on the need/project, you can be on the road for a few days at a time. All expenses (hotel/gas/per diem) will be paid for.
• Need to be able to use your own vehicle during the contract (6 months) until you convert to a permanent employee. You will then receive a company vehicle. While using your own transportation, you will receive a gas card and a weekly stipend.

• Perform service work on customer site, based on schedule
• Provide regular updates (email responses/information) to Project Management Team(s), Resource Center and Service Center in a timely manner
• Act as point of escalation for clients; resolve issues where possible, otherwise elevate to Supervisor and Project Team(s)
• Provide complete structured cabling system installations in a variety of retail, financial and office building environments.
• Terminate and test Category 5e and 6 copper cables to manufacturer and BICSI standards
• Terminate and test Multi-mode fiber to manufacturer and BICSI standards
• Install/service equipment racks, cabinets, and cable support systems, including J-hooks, Arlington straps and ladder tray systems