Lead Low Voltage Installation Technician

Thrive Company Stewardship; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solutions provider in Alabaster, AL, is looking for a Lead Low Voltage Installation Technician. This full-time, on-site role involves overseeing installations of advanced low voltage systems, managing safety protocols, and supporting junior technicians. Candidates must have 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent leadership abilities. Join a team committed to delivering customized security solutions while making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in low voltage systems and security installations.
• Experience with structured cabling is a must.
• Commercial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of low voltage systems and equipment.
• Oversee setup and optimization of security systems and audio-visual equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues to ensure system functionality.
• Manage safety protocols and support junior technicians.

Skills

Troubleshooting low voltage systems

Problem-solving

Leadership and communication

Reading technical schematics

Training team members

Education

Relevant certifications in electrical or engineering fields

Job description

Thrive Company provides advanced low voltage solutions, encompassing safety and security systems, structured cabling, audio-visual systems, and access control. Our mission is to deliver intelligent, integrated systems tailored to meet specific customer needs, ensuring security and operational efficiency. Thrive is deeply committed to combating issues like human trafficking and child exploitation by developing custom security solutions in collaboration with various organizations and law enforcement agencies. Guided by our belief in the value and purpose of every individual, Thrive aims to create a lasting positive impact on employees, customers, and communities.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Lead Low Voltage Installation Technician located in Alabaster, AL. The technician will lead the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced low voltage systems and electrical equipment. Daily responsibilities include overseeing the setup and optimization of security systems, structured cabling, access control and audio-visual equipment. The role also entails diagnosing and resolving technical issues, ensuring system functionality, managing safety protocols, and supporting junior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Ability to run an install with minimal to no guidance
• Ability to read drawings and delegate tasks efficiently to the assigned crew
• Ability to manage and keep up with parts/inventory that are assigned to a specific project
• Ability to install a camera, access, or alarm install from start to finish
• Ability to communicate directly with the PM, the assigned crew, and also but not limited to the assigned on site POC for each install
• Ability to operate a boom/scissor lift
• Ability to close out a project while following company guidelines for each install
• Ability to adapt to issues that become present on a jobsite without letting emotions impact decision making
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining a high standard for quality
• Ability to train team members

Qualifications

• Experience in Troubleshooting and maintaining low voltage and related electrical systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work with technical schematics and guidelines.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities to manage and train a team effectively.
• 3-5 years previous experience in low voltage systems, security installations, and structured cabling is a must. Commercial experience is a plus.
• Relevant certifications or a background in electrical or engineering fields is preferred.