Field Technician
Field Technician
Job ID: 41401
Location: Kalispell, MT
Category: Professional - Technical
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Field Technician
A well-established Montana-based low-voltage systems integrator is seeking a skilled Field Technician to join its growing team. Serving communities throughout the state, the organization is committed to technical excellence, safety, and long-term customer partnerships while continuing to expand its footprint across Montana.
This position is responsible for performing field installations and service work on fire alarm, access control, tele/data, overhead paging, intercom, professional A/V, camera, and intrusion detection systems (IDS). Duties include cable pulling, device installation, head-end trim-out, programming, system modifications, maintenance, and repairs in both new construction and existing facilities. Candidates must reside within 25 miles of Kalispell, which serves as the home base for servicing local projects, with regular travel required throughout the state.
Why You Want This Position:
- Work for a company that provides career advancement and excellent growth and training in a new field.
- Starting wage of $25 to $35/hour
- Benefits for eligible employees:
- Work vehicle, cell phone, and computer provided by the company
- Company pays 90% of employee’s health premium and 80% of spouse and/or family premium
- 401(k)
- 80 hours of paid vacation year 1 plus paid holidays
Essential Functions and Duties:
- Perform field installation of fire alarm, access control, tele/data, overhead paging, intercom, professional A/V, camera systems, and intrusion detection systems in new construction and existing facilities
- Pull cable (50–60% of role), install devices, complete terminations (30%), and assist with programming and system testing (10%)
- Complete head-end trim-outs, system modifications, upgrades, and commissioning
- Troubleshoot, repair, and provide preventative maintenance, delivering on-site technical support and customer assistance as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation and time records while working independently on projects and service calls
- Travel weekly throughout Montana, participate in rotational 24/7 on-call support, and work overtime as required
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a related field with strong customer service skills
- NICET Level I or II certification in fire alarm systems
- Experience installing and programming Notifier and Fire-Lite fire alarm systems
- Working knowledge of IP networking and fiber optic terminations (including fusion splicing)
- Experience with IP camera and NVR systems (Digital Watchdog, Pelco, Axis)
- Familiarity with access control, intercom, and control systems including Continuum, Security Xpert, Access Xpert, Open Path, Telecor, Valcom, and Crestron
Get in touch! Call or text 406-298-9154 to reach Eric, your career coach, in our Kalispell LC Staffing Office.
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