Alarm Service Technician (1,000 sign on bonus)

Brinks Home; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

HSA/FSA

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability Coverage

Maternity/Parental Leave

Mental & Physical Health Benefits

Employee Resource Groups

Volunteer Hours

Discounted Equipment & Monitoring

Employee Referral Program

Continuing Education

Job summary

Brinks Home is seeking a dedicated Alarm Service Technician to install, service, and inspect low-voltage security systems at customer sites. You will travel within our service area, troubleshoot issues, train customers, and ensure safety and satisfaction on every visit.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and experience with alarm systems. NICET I and a valid low-voltage license are preferred; a competitive base salary plus benefits applies.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Good driving record and valid driver's license.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of how an alarm system operates.
• Climbing ladders and working at heights.
• Working in crawlspaces, attics and basements.
• Low-voltage license or alarm installation certification.
• NICET I.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and inspect low-voltage electronic security equipment at customer sites.
• Visit customer homes to perform service and drive-between sites.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and replace system components as assigned.
• Provide customer education and system demonstrations.
• Conduct site evaluations to ensure the system meets customer needs and expectations.
• Test equipment and verify signals to establish service.

Skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Driving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NICET I

Low-voltage license / alarm installation certification

Tools

2GIG

Qolsys

Ademco

GE

DSC

DMP

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.

We strive for the highest standards for our customers while fostering a positive work environment for our employees. We create a culture that fosters innovation, celebrates creativity, and encourages authenticity. Join us and be part of a collaborative team that is relentless in our pursuit of security for life.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a determined Alarm Service Technician who embodies our core values: Service, Accountability, Customer Focus, Growth, and Integrity.

The Alarm Service Technician is a hands-on role. You will play an integral role in building and maintaining customer relationships. This role entails visiting customer sites throughout the workday installing, servicing, and inspecting low-voltage electronic security equipment.

Base Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000 annually, plus bonus eligibility, commission opportunities (if applicable), and a comprehensive benefits package.

A 1,000 sign-on bonus paid out following 90 days of employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Experience with Alarm panels such as: 2GIG, Qolsys, Ademco, GE, DSC, DMP, and others.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
• Replace system components as assigned; panels, peripheral devices, audible/visual alarms, etc.
• Driving to customer homes to perform service. Occasional lifting, carrying (up to 30 pounds), pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stops, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling.
• Diagnose causes of problems or failures in systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and systems repair.
• Customer education and training including a system demonstration.
• Conduct a thorough walkthrough / site evaluation with the customer to review work order to make sure the system meets their needs and expectations.
• Install and test the operations of all equipment to ensure proper functionality and signal verification required to establish service.
• Identify opportunities to improve the use and functionality of the customers system and provide those recommendations.
• Maintain safety practices to prevent against injury and damage to property.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace / job site, ensuring customers satisfaction after the interaction.

Requirements:

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Good driving record and Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of how an alarm system operates.
• Must be ok with climbing ladders and working at heights.
• Must be ok working in tight spaces such as crawlspaces, attics and basements.
• Low-voltage license or alarm installation certification
• NICET I

Benefits:

• Brinks Home recognizes the value of benefits for you and your family, so we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Employer Match, Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays, HSA/FSA, Life & AD&D Insurance, Disability Coverage, Maternity/Parental Leave, Mental & Physical Health Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Volunteer Hours, Discounted Equipment & Monitoring, Employee Referral Program, and Continuing Education
• To learn more about our company culture and career opportunities, please visit our LinkedIn and Career Page.

Brinks Home provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits 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.

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