Field Technician (Installation Specialist)

Field Technician (Installation Technician)

Employment Type: Contract Salary: $28 - $32 per hour Location Type: On-site (Client Sites)

Position Overview

VergeSense is seeking a skilled and dependable Field Technician with a background in general contracting to support equipment and low-voltage device installations across various client sites. This role is ideal for an independent contractor comfortable working with minimal supervision in fast-paced environments. This position requires extensive and at times international travel.

About VergeSense

VergeSense is the company behind the world’s first and only Occupancy Intelligence Platform. Over 220 companies across 50 countries and 140M sqft rely on occupancy intelligence to make confident, fact-based optimization decisions to improve employee experience and decrease costs. VergeSense customers use our Occupancy Intelligence Platform, which is built on a foundation of the industry's most accurate occupancy sensors and other data sources, to right-size their portfolio, validate space planning and designs, optimize cleaning operations, and ensure their teams can always find spaces to work.

The workplace has undergone a complete transformation. Historically, occupancy was consistent; everyone worked in the office five days per week. But in today’s world, occupancy is inconsistent, unpredictable, and dynamic, as work has become more flexible than ever before. To make decisions with confidence, workplace, CRE, and facilities management leaders need a true understanding of how and when their spaces are used.

Responsibilities

• Install devices (e.g., sensors, mounts, brackets, low-voltage hardware) in commercial office and industrial settings.
• Read and follow detailed installation instructions, floor plans, and site documentation.
• Coordinate with onsite teams, including electricians, cabling vendors, and site leads.
• Use hand and power tools to complete mounting, drilling, and assembly tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of installed equipment, including tagging and photo documentation.
• Conduct site walkthroughs to verify installation accuracy and identify potential issues.
• Troubleshoot basic device connectivity or placement issues when needed.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and professionally, adhering to site safety policies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a general contractor, installer, field technician, or similar role.
• Proficient in the use of drills, ladders, forklift, screwdrivers, cable management tools, etc.
• Comfortable working in active commercial environments and on ladders/lifts in ceiling spaces.
• Able to interpret floorplans, drawings, and installation guides.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.