
Programmer
Required skills
- fire alarm systems
- access control
- CCTV
- security systems
- commissioning
- technical support
- quality assurance
- mentorship
- training
Nice to have
- Electronics
- Electrical Technology
- industry certifications
- card access
Role summary
Pavion, a global leader in fire, security, and communication integration solutions, seeks a Programmer to join their shared services team. This role involves developing, configuring, testing, and maintaining programming for fire alarm, life safety, access control, and integrated systems. Responsibilities include system programming, commissioning, technical support, troubleshooting, reviewing project requirements, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, maintaining documentation, and providing technical guidance. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of experience programming addressable commercial fire alarm systems, with desired experience in card access, CCTV, and security systems.
Pavion Connects and Protects by providing innovative fire, security, and communication integration solutions to customers across the globe. We bring industry-leading expertise to clients in enterprise, healthcare, education, government, data center, and retail industries. Global Reach. Local Service.
As a global leader, Pavion specializes in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of cutting-edge fire alarm systems, critical communications, video surveillance, access control, and advanced AV technologies. Our mission is to bring clarity and transformation to safety, security, and communication through integral technology and radical service.
With a commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, Pavion ensures scalable, future-ready solutions tailored to meet and exceed our clients’ needs. Learn more at www.pavion.com
Pavion and our family of companies are seeking a talented and motivated Programmer to join our shared services team.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop, configure, modify, test, and maintain programming for fire alarm, life safety, access control, and other integrated systems supported by the company.
- Perform system programming, software configuration, commissioning, functional testing, troubleshooting, and debugging for new installations, upgrades, modifications, and existing customer systems
- Provide advanced technical support to diagnose and resolve software, hardware, communication, and system integration issues.
- Review project drawings, specifications, and system requirements to ensure programming accuracy and identify potential design or installation conflicts.
- Collaborate with Service, Engineering, Project Management, and field personnel to coordinate programming requirements, project schedules, system functionality, and field modifications.
- Communicate with customers, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders regarding technical requirements, system performance, and programming-related concerns.
- Maintain accurate programming documentation, software configurations, system databases, backups, and revision records in approved company storage systems.
- Establish and follow standardized programming methods to promote consistency, efficiency, reliability, and ease of future system maintenance.
- Verify system functionality and programming accuracy through appropriate testing and quality assurance procedures.
- Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting assistance, and mentorship to field technicians and developing programming personnel.
- Assist in identifying training needs and improving installation quality, programming practices, and technical troubleshooting capabilities
- Maintain current knowledge of supported manufacturers, software platforms, product updates, applicable codes, and emerging technologies.
- Prioritize and manage multiple programming assignments while meeting project schedules, service commitments, and customer expectations.
- Perform all work in compliance with company safety policies, customer requirements, applicable codes, manufacturer specifications, and established procedures.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred. Equivalent industry certifications and relevant experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated experience programming, commissioning and troubleshooting
- 3 years prior experience in programming addressable commercial fire alarm systems required. Experience with programming card access, CCTV, and security systems desired.
The hourly pay range for this position is $35.00–$45.00 per hour. The starting hourly pay will be determined based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, certifications, and internal equity. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Disclaimer: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not be construed as a contract for employment.
**Pavion is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you require accommodation or assistance during the application process, please contact us at Careers@pavion.com . Kindly note that resumes submitted to this email address will not be reviewed. Thank you for your understanding.
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