Systems Technician - Halifax

Job Summary 

Verge Technologies has grown into a premier contractor and integrator for businesses and government departments across the Maritime provinces for Communications Cabling, Security & Life-Safety and Pro Audio-Visual projects. We are currently seeking an experienced Systems Technician to join our team in Nova Scotia. Our team is made up of like minded individuals eager to change the way we think about providing technology services to our customers. If you are looking to work in an environment where you can put your stamp on ideas, have a close relationship with leadership and showcase your creativity then we welcome you to apply at Verge. This is a full-time permanent position.

Our Systems Technicians work on the following systems and solutions:

  • Access Control

  • Video Surveillance

  • Intrusion

  • Public Address

  • Nurse Call

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Installation of equipment and associated wiring

  • Basic programming support and system configuration

  • Commission and test equipment

  • Interpretation of drawings including architectural, elevation, and schematic drawings.

  • Communicate with the customers about the system specifications and functions

  • Complete all daily, weekly and monthly paperwork as required

  • Attend service calls to troubleshoot systems for customers – diagnosis of problems and implementation of solutions

  • Provide excellent customer service

  • Lead project installations from the field; manage team members, project schedule, customer expectations and be accountable for the end product

  • Understand, adhere to, and promote environmental health & safety practices

  • Diagnose problems and implement solutions.

Knowledge and Skills 

  • Job planning according to desired timelines, including the dissection of blueprints from designers

  • Outgoing and friendly personality with the ability to liaise with customers, conduct site surveys and do basic quoting for time and materials jobs

  • Professionalism and integrity when dealing directly with clients, general contractors and trades

  • Highly organized and self-motivated, requiring very little supervision

  • Ability to manage workload and to ensure jobs are completed on time

  • Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

  • Self-disciplined, motivated and organized

  • Knowledge of IP networks and the ability to configure IP based system solutions

  • Strong ability and experience in coordinating and motivating team members while verifying completed tasks to provide on-the-job training and mentors

Position Requirements 

  • 3+ year’ experience in the commercial security & life-safety systems

  • Supervisory or team lead experience including both people and project management experience

  • Familiar with Commercial Security & Life-Safety systems

  •  In depth knowledge of Security & Life-Safety systems installation practices

  • Ability to test, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve complex issues

  • Ability to manage workload and to ensure that jobs are completed on time and on budget.

  • Preference will be given to those who have experience with the following Manufacturers:

    - Kantech

    - Keyscan

    - Honeywell

    - TOA

    - Carehawk

    - ASCOM

    - ICT

Additional Requirements

  • Valid driver’s licence; reasonable driver abstract

  • Willingness to work overtime

  • Travel throughout Atlantic Canada may be required

  • The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check

Compensation and Benefits 

Compensation

  • Hourly pay, competitive rates based on experience and skill level

 Employee Benefits

  • 50% employer paid comprehensive group benefits (health, dental, vision, insurance)

  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

  • Group RRSP Plan

 Send resume and cover letter to careers@vergetechnologies.ca