1099 Smart Home Installation Technician

Brinks Home; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Continued learning opportunities

Remote meetings

Job summary

Brinks Home is seeking a 1099 Smart Home Installation Technician to independently manage same-day residential security system installs, testing, and customer education. You will operate within a fast-paced field team, ensure safety standards, and coordinate with dispatch for scheduling.

This role emphasizes customer focus, accountability, and integrity as you build trust with homeowners while handling installation materials, documentation, and on-site testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certifications preferred.
• Experience in alarm system installation or related field desirable.
• Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on ladders or in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled installations of residential alarm security systems according to company standards and safety regulations.
• Verify proper system operation and conduct thorough testing to ensure optimal performance after installation.
• Conduct a walk through with the customer to confirm system placement and functionality.
• Educate homeowners on system use, features, and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of installations and customer interactions.
• Manage a high volume of daily installations efficiently while maintaining quality and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain inventory of installation materials and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and team members to coordinate appointments and resolve issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Self-motivation

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brinks Home™ is a leader in the smart security industry, protecting over one million people across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Our platinum-grade protection is backed by award-winning customer service and expertly trained professionals.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a 1099 Smart Home Installation Technician who embodies our core values: Service, Accountability, Customer Focus, Growth, and Integrity.

In this 1099 role, you will have the flexibility to manage your own schedule and the potential to grow your income based on your performance. This position focuses exclusively on same day, high-volume installations in residential environments. As an integral member of our field operations team, you will be responsible for professionally installing, configuring, and testing alarm security systems in homes, ensuring customers feel safe and secure. If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting and are eager to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Perks:

• Flexible remote work schedule
• Continued learning opportunities in an everchanging industry.
• Remote meetings/conference calls and field sales work

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled installations of residential alarm security systems according to company standards and safety regulations.
• Verify proper system operation and conduct thorough testing to ensure optimal performance after installation.
• Conduct a walk through with the customer to confirm system placement and functionality.
• Educate homeowners on system use, features, and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of installations and customer interactions.
• Manage a high volume of daily installations efficiently while maintaining quality and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain inventory of installation materials and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and team members to coordinate appointments and resolve issues.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certifications preferred
• Prior experience in alarm system installation, electrical, or related field highly desired
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on ladders or in confined spaces.