Job Description :
Launch Your Career with Cook Systems
Ready to elevate your career? Cook Systems, a certified veteran owned IT consulting firm, has been transforming businesses and careers since 1990. Whether you're aiming to work with a Fortune 500 company or a small business, we've got you covered.
Our core values: integrity, investment, and innovation drive everything we do, ensuring you grow and succeed in a dynamic, supportive environment. We understand the importance of work life balance and personal growth. Our cutting edge IT consulting partners and FastTrack talent program are designed to help you excel.
Join our forward thinking team where excellence and creativity are valued every day. Check out what our associates have to say on Glassdoor. Ready to take your career to new heights? Cook Systems is where your journey to success begins!
Pay Rate: W2: $53hr
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual to support the deployment, integration, and maintenance of smart building technologies. This role requires hands-on experience with Milestone Systems video management software, Niagara 4 building automation platforms, and a strong working knowledge of low voltage cabling, lighting control systems, and basic IP networking.
Key Responsibilities
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Milestone Systems XProtect video surveillance platforms.
Integrate and manage Niagara 4 building automation systems, including HVAC, access control, and energy monitoring.
Deploy and support lighting control systems (e.g., GE Current Daintree, Wattstopper/Nlight or similar), including commissioning, zoning, and scheduling.
Design and oversee installation of low voltage cabling for security, automation, and lighting systems.
Collaborate with IT, facilities, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of building systems.
Maintain system documentation, wiring diagrams, and configuration records.
Provide technical support and training to internal stakeholders and field technicians.
Assist in evaluating and implementing new technologies to enhance building performance and occupant experience.
Qualifications
Demonstratable and hands on experience with Milestone Systems (XProtect VMS preferred).
Demonstratable and hands on of hands-on experience with Niagara 4 framework and Tridium-based systems.
Strong understanding of low voltage systems, including structured cabling, PoE, and device connectivity.
Familiarity with lighting control platforms such as GE Current Daintree, Wattstopper, or similar.
Basic networking knowledge, including IP addressing, subnetting, VLANs, and switch configuration for connected devices.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, riser diagrams, and network schematics.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and documentation abilities.
Certifications in Milestone, Niagara, or lighting control systems are a plus but not required.
Preferred Skills
Experience with BACnet, Modbus, or other building automation protocols
Project management or commissioning experience.
Why Work with Us
Benefits
At Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to:
Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you.
Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.
Flexibility for Life's Needs: Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.
Bridging the Gaps: Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you're covered when it counts.
Your Future Starts Now: Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you're not just another employee you're family. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.