POSITION - Senior Low Voltage Technician/Foreman II

May start at a 1099 subcontractor status during 90 day probationary period to then transition into full-time permanent position

Primary Requirements:

• Must have 10+ years of expert to mastery foreman level experience in low voltage commercial installation, maintenance, repair, and commissioning structured cabling, access control, CCTV, Intrusion Detection, and Intercom systems.
• Proficient knowledge of Audio Video system installation and configurations highly preferred
• Must have OSHA-30 certification, current CPR/AED and Mobile Elevated Lift certifications

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

• Lead a team of technicians to perform the pulling, dressing, terminations, and testing of structured cabling and fiber
• Installing, configuring, programming, and testing of access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection equipment and systems
• Manage multiple projects to deliver successful implementations by meeting project requirements and adhering to industry and company standards
• Coordinate with project management staff and procurement to ensure availability of materials and equipment
• Manage resource labor hours, which include collecting/tracking timesheets and allocating labor tasks
• Interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications and schematics
• Participate in on-site progress meetings and provide updates to project managers
• Identify risks and provide specific mitigation solutions and recommendations to customers on most time and cost efficient methods
• Demonstrate resourcefulness in assessing and troubleshooting of issues and problems
• Inspect quality throughout project and finished projects to ensure confirmation of all specifications and requirements are met
• Set up and test installed systems and train customers as required
• Continually learn new products, upgrades and software programs related to low voltage systems
• Represent HS Solutions in a professional manner at all times
• Abide by OSHA regulations and enforce safety protocols and use protective equipment continually to teams

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to independently interpret and communicate blueprints, specifications and designs, and implement complex low voltage systems by creating and updating team work schedules throughout duration of project
• Expert experience in installing, configuring, programming, and holds in depth knowledge of, but not limited to:
• • • Structured cabling (Category data cabling, fiber optic, security, audio, video, etc.)
    • Public address and intercommunication systems
    • Telecom closet and rack build-out, design and build IDFs and MDF
    • Perform field installation, configure, and programming of access control and security wiring, equipment, systems, and control programs (Brivo, DMP, Honeywell, etc.), PA systems (e.g. Atlas, Telecore, Bogen, etc.)
    • Direct familiarity with installation and overall integration of projection displays, screens and related A/V systems and equipment such as amplifiers, mixers, and microphones, entertainment systems, flat panel displays, distributed audio systems, etc.
    • Master level experience with test and calibration equipment
• Experience working in large enterprise, commercial environment and construction sites
• Ability to manage and motivate teams with proven leadership experience
• Provide clear expectations of deliverables, explaining complex information to clients and technicians, and discuss technical details with other building specialists
• Attend on-site meetings, host tool box, safety talks, and compile site required documentation (e.g. JHA, AHA, daily/weekly/monthly reports, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good verbal and written communication for internal and external communications and reporting
• Must be able to work independently or on a team at locations in and around Washington, DC and Baltimore metro areas
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and find effective solutions
• Familiar with industry standards for ADA and life safety codes
• Must have clean driving and criminal records and successfully pass drug tests and background checks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights (lifts and ladders)
• Must be able to climb, crawl and raise objects overhead

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• At minimum, must be a high school graduate
• Able to read and write basic English and compute basic math functions
• Experience with Procore, Adobe, Bluebeam, and major software products (Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet, etc.)
• OSHA-30 Certification
• CPR/AED Certification
• Mobile Elevated Platform certification
• Bachelor's degree in related field or business a plus

BENEFITS (Full-time permanent employees only)

• One week paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Dedicated training budget

HS SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER