Field Service Technician

About the role

PURVIS Systems is a technology solutions partner that develops, implements and maintains mission-critical solutions for federal and local government agencies. PURVIS Systems has an opening for a Field Service Technician. We are looking for a tech-minded individual to be responsible for providing installation, technical maintenance and repair of video surveillance systems (cameras and peripherals) and access control systems (card readers, intercoms and peripherals). The Field Service Technician is part of a team that provides critical operations and reports to various work sites throughout New York City.

Responsibilities

• Installation, repair and maintenance of all aspects of video surveillance and access control systems and peripherals
• Must be able to troubleshoot video surveillance and access control systems to the device level
• Install and configure new software and/or hardware, as required
• Perform preventive maintenance such as system updates, firmware upgrades, clean cameras, servers, switches, UPSs
• Update, maintain and close daily operation logs and work tickets
• Travel through the New York City boroughs to install, repair and maintain equipment at various locations
• Must be able to use various hand tools and equipment for installation and repair such multimeter, drill, etc
• Must be able to run various types of cabling

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years work-related experience
• Must be familiar with all aspects of cameras
• Knowledge of simple networking and network cabling; and operating systems (Windows 10/11, etc.)
• Valid driver's license
• Able to use various hand tools and electronic test equipment
• Some heavy lifting from time-to-time is required
• Position requires climbing and using all types of ladders
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• No sponsorship is available

Benefits

PURVIS has been committed to sustainable growth since our inception in 1973, striving for continual improvement without ever losing sight of our core values: transparency, integrity, and teamwork. We provide the tools and path for each employee to be successful - and in return, ask you to play a pivotal role in helping your peers and clients be successful, providing top-notch teamwork and service. Peace of Mind at PURVIS means knowing your work provides immeasurable value to our team, our partners and our clients. The PURVIS Team values the health and financial security of every employee. This is why we have chosen to offer all full‐time employees a comprehensive package of group benefit programs with enrollment options intended to offer flexibility - in both plan selection and level of coverage to maximize the value of your benefits as cost effective and affordable without compromising quality.