What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Alarm Installer position at ARK Systems?
PROFILE:
The Security Systems Installer is responsible for turnkey installations (installing, wiring, programming and testing) of various security/ access and other low voltage electronic systems.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Daily communication with project manager to resolve problems and discuss job status.
- Builds a team effort.
- Maintains accurate as-built drawings and/or schematics.
- Completes associated paperwork in a timely, efficient manner per company requirements.
- Performs troubleshooting and service work.
- Terminates devices and panel wiring.
- Programs panels and systems for proper operation per plans, specifications and code requirements.
- Responsible for truck inventory control.
- Communicates with ARK team members to effectively pursue company goals and criteria of installing alarm systems according to acceptable standards and practices.
- Communicates with customer concerning the importance, operation and status of their security and electronic system. Assures customer satisfaction.
- Conducts quality assurance.
- Installation of system wiring as applicable
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Possesses the aptitude to learn and apply new programing techniques and software to site specific systems.
- Knowledge of alarm system requirements and have the ability to interpret code books and handbooks.
- Must have customer relations experience and skills.
- Field electronic practical experience required.
- Good communication skills are necessary.
- Conducts quality assurance on all completed work efforts
- Must have a positive and respectful attitude and maintain good working relationships with management staff and employees.
Education and Experience:
- Computer literacy and system specific training required.
- AA degree in electronics or equivalent technical/ military school supplemented with 3-5 years of related industry experience preferred, but not required.
- Communications equipment, drills and other hand tools
- Able to operate a laptop.
- Familiar with MS Office, system application software, etc.
- Valid drivers license.
- Able to obtain Maryland and Virginia security technician license as required, sponsored by ARK.
Physical Requirements:
- Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs
- Must be willing to work at heights
- Must be able to operate electrical tools
- Must be able to differentiate color coding of cables
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times
ARK offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Life Insurance
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
- Employee Referral Program
