Field Technician
- North Charleston, SC, United States
$30 to $38 USD / hour
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- $30 to $38 USD / hour
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- English
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Original job description
We are looking for a Field Technician to join our team in North Charleston, South Carolina in a contract position with the potential to become permanent. This role supports installation and service work for cabling, security, and network-connected systems across construction and retrofit project environments. The ideal candidate is comfortable working hands-on in the field, collaborating with project teams, and delivering reliable technical installations with attention to safety, quality, and documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Install and support structured cabling infrastructure, including fiber, twisted pair, coaxial, and other low-voltage systems used across project sites.
- Set up and connect wireless access points, network switches, and related IP-based equipment to support site connectivity.
- Deploy access control components such as electrified door hardware, control panels, and associated field devices.
- Mount, wire, and configure analog and IP video surveillance equipment, including cameras, recording platforms, and supporting power systems.
- Build cable support pathways and complete cable termination, testing, labeling, and documentation for both backbone and horizontal runs.
- Work closely with lead technicians, project managers, and field personnel to complete installation activities according to project plans and specifications.
- Participate in commissioning, functional testing, and final system verification to help ensure proper operation before turnover.
- Maintain accurate daily records of completed work, hours, and site activity while also helping keep work areas organized and clean.
- Continue developing technical knowledge by learning new tools, methods, and system applications used in the field.
- Must have Working knowledge of access control, CCTV, networking fundamentals, and low-voltage installation practices.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to job sites as needed.
- At least one year of experience in installation, field service, or a closely related technical role.
- Current certification in at least one access control, CCTV, or similar security platform.
- Current certification in at least one structured cabling system.
- Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and technical documentation and apply them in the field.
- Must be able to pass required background screening and drug testing
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Skills
- Documentation
- Valid driver's licence