Security Installation Technician - South Bay, CA

Cook Security Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Company vehicle and gas card

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

Cook Solutions Group in San Jose, CA is seeking a Full-Time Security Installation Technician for the South Bay area. You will install electronic and physical security products, pull wires, run startup, and conduct site surveys to meet customer requirements.

The role requires 3–5 years of security installation experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel up to a week. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative "We Make It Happen!" culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of electronic and physical security service and installation experience and/or training.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of security equipment such as alarm systems, access control, video, CCTV systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installs electronic and physical security products.
• Installs and pulls wire as per specifications.
• Accounts for all installation tools and equipment and all job parts and inventory.
• Tests all installed/serviced equipment to ensure proper performance and compliance with customers’ requirements.
• Communicates important project status information to management and customers as necessary (installation or service).
• Conducts site surveys upon request of management.
• Completes and turns in all required paperwork in a timely manner according to established procedures and deadlines, i.e., timesheets, expense reports, change orders, equipment transfers, etc.
• Maintains and controls assigned truck stock inventory in an organized manner.
• Keeps assigned vehicle clean inside and out.
• Coordinates and ensures vehicle is maintained according to established standards.
• Responsible for training less experienced employees and trainees on company procedures, systems, and installation/service techniques.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Professional attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Alarm systems

Access control

Video CCTV

Bosch

DMP

March DVR

3VR

Lenel Access control

Job description

Security Installation Technician - South Bay, CA

Cook Solutions Group, listed as a 100 Best Companies to Work for, is looking for a Full-Time Installation Technicians with excellent customer service, communication, and time management skills, a professional attitude and appearance, and the ability to integrate into our "We Make It Happen!" culture. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, installing wires and equipment, responding to service calls, conducting site surveys, performing installation startup, system commissioning, and customer training by performing the following duties.

Location: San Jose, CA area

Pay: $35 - $45+ hour DOE

What you’ll do:

• Installs electronic and physical security products.
• Installs and pulls wire as per specifications.
• Accounts for all installation tools and equipment and all job parts and inventory.
• Tests all installed/serviced equipment to ensure proper performance and compliance with customers’ requirements.
• Communicates important project status information to management and customers as necessary (installation or service).
• Conducts site surveys upon request of management.
• Completes and turns in all required paperwork in a timely manner according to established procedures and deadlines, i.e., timesheets, expense reports, change orders, equipment transfers, etc.
• Maintains and controls assigned truck stock inventory in an organized manner.
• Keeps assigned vehicle clean inside and out.
• Coordinates and ensures vehicle is maintained according to established standards.
• Responsible for training less experienced employees and trainees on company procedures, systems, and installation/service techniques.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 3 - 5 years of electronic and physical security service and installation experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of security equipment such as alarm systems, access control, video, CCTV systems, drive up systems, & under-counter teller equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of Bosch, DMP, March DVR, 3VR, and/or Lenel Access control product lines preferred.
• Customer service experience is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to a week if necessary.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Cook Solutions Group (CSG) provides our employees with the most comprehensive benefits program to enhance their quality of life.

• CSG employees enjoy competitive salaries;
• CSG pays 90% of the PPO insurance premium for the employee;
• 100% for a high deductible plan, and 50% for the dependents.
• Both plans have reasonable deductible levels and co-pay amounts;
• a 401(k)-retirement match;
• Paid Time Off (PTO);
• 8 paid holidays per year;
• 16 hours of Paid Time Off a year for volunteer time through the Cook Career Builders program;
• Technician benefits that include commute time, company vehicle and gas card, quarterly bonus program, tuition reimbursement and much more!

Why work at Cook Solutions Group?

We know our employees are what make our business succeed. That’s why we’ve cultivated a casual, upbeat environment that enhances productivity, satisfaction, and retention. We strive to provide the best, most equitable and cost-effective benefits for employees. New employees become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following the 60-day day waiting period who work a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Our employees are encouraged to take advantage of flexible scheduling, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and volunteer in their communities through our Cook Community Builders program.

Cook Solutions Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.