Low-Voltage Field Engineering Technician

ROLE:                  Low-Voltage Field Engineering Technician   

REPORTS TO:    Engineering Product Manager                              

LOCATION:         Corporate Office in Houston, Texas (Onsite)

**This position includes 30% traveling, including overnight**

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Low-Voltage Field Engineering Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Engineering Product Manager, this hands-on role combines field installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, service, and remote support with opportunities to contribute to system design and continuous improvement. 

The successful candidate will install, test, monitor, and service surveillance cameras, access control equipment, IoT devices, monitoring equipment, and related low-voltage electrical and control systems across Venterra communities. Strong practical knowledge of low-voltage wiring, electrical testing, and field troubleshooting is central to the role. Networking experience is an asset, but it is not required or essential. 

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Low-Voltage Installation & Service: Install, test, commission, troubleshoot, maintain, and service low-voltage electrical and technology systems, including surveillance cameras, access control equipment, IoT devices, monitoring equipment, and control devices. 
• Electrical Troubleshooting: Use multimeters and other electrical measurement tools to diagnose wiring, power-supply, equipment, termination, relay, sensor, and related low-voltage issues. 
• Site Audits & System Design: Conduct security and technology assessments at communities in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Oklahoma City; document conditions and support layouts for new installations and retrofits. 
• Field Support: Provide remote and onsite technical support to maintenance teams and explain equipment operation, troubleshooting steps, and technical information in a clear, practical manner. 
• Research & Development: Install, test, and evaluate prototypes and emerging technologies; document field observations and recommend hardware, installation, reliability, and process improvements. 
• Company Growth: Participate in due diligence reviews for potential acquisitions and support the technology onboarding of newly acquired communities, including documentation of existing systems and potential upgrade needs. 
• Professional Development: Participate in relevant training and optional certification opportunities, which may include CPTED, CCNA, EPA 608, manufacturer-specific programs, and other learning that supports continued growth. 

Must possess a valid driver’s license with reliable access to transportation and must be located in, or willing to relocate to the Houston, Texas area. 

CANDIDATE PROFILE      

• Approximately three to five years of hands-on field experience in low-voltage electrical systems, security or surveillance systems, access control, controls or instrumentation, building automation, commercial electrical installation, or technology field service. 
• Practical experience installing, commissioning, maintaining, or troubleshooting low-voltage equipment and systems, with strong proficiency using a multimeter and other electrical diagnostic tools. 
• Working knowledge of low-voltage wiring, terminations, power supplies, relays, sensors, and related equipment, with the ability to interpret wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and basic system schematics. 
• Ability to troubleshoot methodically, work independently in the field, collaborate with internal and external partners, and explain technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. 
• Comfort working on ladders and accessing elevated equipment; valid driver’s license, reliable access to transportation, and residence in or willingness to relocate to the Houston, Texas area. 
• Experience with access control, surveillance cameras, IoT equipment, monitoring systems, control systems, or work in commercial, industrial, property management, multifamily, or real-estate environments would be an asset. 
• Exposure to network-connected field devices, switches, Wi-Fi devices, IP-based equipment, or basic device connectivity is beneficial but not required.

BENEFITS           

• Competitive Base Salary and performance bonus. 
• A robust package of Health (Medical (PPO), Dental, Vision), 401k matching, paid vacation suite benefits and employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, among other things. 
• Educational Assistance / Reimbursement to support your drive to learn. 
• 8 paid hours per year of Volunteer Time Off to serve the organization(s) of your choice. 
• Access to thousands of employee discounts with BenefitHub. 

COMPANY OVERVIEW    

Venterra Realty is a growing developer, owner, and operator of multifamily apartments with 90 mixed-use and multifamily communities across 22 major US cities. Over 50,000 people and more than 10,000 pets call Venterra "home"! The Venterra Team is focused on achieving excellence in serving its three major stakeholders: residents, employees, and investors. Venterra has enjoyed tremendous growth and financial success over its 24-year history. This success has been achieved through the exceptional commitment and dedication of Venterra's approximately 950 team members. Find out more about Venterra Realty and its award-winning company culture at Venterra.com.

We’re thrilled to be recognized as a leading workplace with numerous prestigious awards year after year!

Explore our communities at VenterraLiving.com, and visit Venterra.com to learn more about how we’re out-caring the competition by staying true to our value proposition: “We care more about renter experiences, which drives superior results.” 

Venterra Realty is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all stages of the selection process.

Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment. The company does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.