Video Surveillance System Field Technician job opportunity at The City of Philadelphia.

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The City of Philadelphia Video Surveillance System Field Technician
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loacation 1234 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Of America
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Job DescriptionThe Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). The Video Surveillance System (VSS) team, within Unified Communications, has the responsibility of managing the City of Philadelphia’s Police Video Surveillance equipment and network; including video management software administration, maintain storage data and integrate video feeds from external sources. Responsibilities of this position include performing field operations tasks daily and emergency requests based on the public safety needs of the City. This includes but not limited to installation of data lines and hanging optical fiber cabling, culminating to programming internet protocol surveillance cameras for Police and other City agencies, placing and programming of License Plate Readers throughout the city, repairing and installing video surveillance cameras, installing and repairing fiber and maintaining the wireless infrastructure throughout the city on street furniture and building rooftops. As an integral part of the field operations team, you will work closely with other field technicians, network management, project management and Police in the daily operations of the video network.Essential FunctionsInstall and program low voltage electrical devices / alarm panels for security, phone system, CCTV (IP and analog), controlled access and networkingSurvey and prepare indoor and outdoor sites for testing of controlled access, and CCTV (IP and analog)Install, maintain, and repair access control and CCTV (IP and analog) systems Responsible for catalog and inventory of equipment, such as cameras, switches, servers, and license usersTracking vendor work orders and invoices in developed databaseProvide technical assistance in researching, evaluating and recommending surveillance installationSchedule or coordinate services with vendorsTest and evaluate new equipment to ensure it meets manufacture and City standardsPerform other job assignments as needed & directed by managementPerform testing of controlled access panels and CCTV (IP and analog) equipment noting deficiencies and trouble signs/signalsCorrect trouble signals in alarm panels, controlled access CCTV (IP and analog), and perform repairs when neededRead wiring diagrams and system blueprints to ensure proper and safe installationRun and install wire per manufacturer specifications and codePerform on-site troubleshootingComplete necessary paperwork in accurate and legible mannerDiscuss deficiencies noted with management, explaining the problem and its resolutionComplete inspection reportsMonitor, test, inspect, service and replace CCTV (IP and analog) and other wireless devices including sensors and other end devicesKeep work truck clean and organizedManage installation job site in an efficient and safe manner keeping it clean, organized and professionalMaintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving recordOn Call duties as required including responding and resolving after hour and weekend trouble calls if needed.

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