Salary Range: 55000 to 65000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

PURVIS Systems is a technology solutions partner that develops, implements and maintains mission-critical solutions for federal and local government agencies.

PURVIS Systems has an opening for a Field Service Technician. We are looking for a tech-minded individual to be responsible for providing installation, technical maintenance and repair of video surveillance systems (cameras and peripherals) and access control systems (card readers, intercoms and peripherals). The Field Service Technician is part of a team that provides critical operations and reports to various work sites throughout New York City.

The day-to-day responsibilities of this role include:

Installation, repair and maintenance of all aspects of video surveillance and access control systems and peripherals.
Must be able to troubleshoot video surveillance and access control systems to the device level.
Install and conﬁgure new software and/or hardware, as required.
Perform preventive maintenance such as system updates, firmware upgrades, clean cameras, servers, switches, UPSs.
Update, maintain and close daily operation logs and work tickets.
Travel through the New York City boroughs to install, repair and maintain equipment at various locations.
Must be able to use various hand tools and equipment for installation and repair such multimeter, drill, etc.
Must be able to run various types of cabling.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years work-related experience.
Must be familiar with all aspects of cameras.
Knowledge of simple networking and network cabling; and operating systems (Windows 10/11, etc.).
Valid driver's license.
Able to use various hand tools and electronic test equipment.
Some heaving lifting from time-to-time is required.
Position requires climbing and using all types of ladders.
Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
No sponsorship is available.

PURVIS has been committed to sustainable growth since our inception in 1973, striving for continual improvement without ever losing sight of our core values: transparency, integrity, and teamwork. We provide the tools and path for each employee to be successful – and in return, ask you to play a pivotal role in helping your peers and clients be successful, providing top-notch teamwork and service. Peace of Mind at PURVIS means knowing your work provides immeasurable value to our team, our partners and our clients.

The PURVIS Team values the health and financial security of every employee. This is why we have chosen to offer all full‐time employees a comprehensive package of group benefit programs with enrollment options intended to offer flexibility – in both plan selection and level of coverage to maximize the value of your benefits as cost effective and affordable without compromising quality.

PURVIS values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

About the company

Purvis Systems provides technology solutions for federal and local governments, handling design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of mission-critical systems. It delivers end-to-end IT and operational solutions through engineering, program management, and field maintenance to support agencies like the Department of Defense, NIH, and major public safety organizations. It differentiates itself by being large enough for complex programs yet nimble, combining rigorous standards and security with flexibility and responsive service. Its goal is to help agencies protect life, safety, and property by ensuring reliable, enduring technology operations under demanding conditions.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$70K

Headquarters

Middletown, Connecticut

Founded

1973

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What believers are saying

PURVIS added a $19.9 million NUWC Newport contract on April 10, 2025.
PURVIS posted a $37.3 million NUWC award in June 2024, showing contract momentum.
Golden Chick opened Mississippi's first location, giving PURVIS non-defense diversification and optionality.

What critics are saying

NUWC Newport drives most disclosed wins, creating brutal concentration if one recompete slips.
SeaPort-NxG follow-ons and sole-source CMPRO work invite aggressive pressure from rival integrators.
A Navy budget shift away from undersea warfare would hit PURVIS revenue within one award cycle.

What makes Purvis Systems unique

PURVIS won a $6.2 million SeaPort-NxG follow-on from NUWC Newport on September 18, 2026.
PURVIS secured CMMC Level 2 certification on July 28, 2025, meeting defense supplier requirements.
PURVIS combines undersea warfare engineering, configuration management, and public-safety systems in one shop.

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