Licensed Installation Technician - Field Operations

Company: ADT Security Services
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

Company Overview: At ADT, we?ve been in the business of helping save lives for more than 145 years. As the number one smart home security provider serving residential and business customers, our people are our most important asset. Headquartered in Boca Raton, FL and at more than 200 locations across North America, our employees help empower our customers to live more secure and confident lives. Join our team and help us protect what matters most. For more information, vis it or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram . Position Summary: Completes installation of total alarm systems, assist as crew leader or work independently, from start to finish, install alarm systems and/or additions to alarm systems for commercial, residential, and small business. Configure, install, dismantle, reconstruct and program security and fire systems required by the residential/Commercial customer. Lead Installers act in the role of coach/mentor to less experienced installers. Essential Duties And Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Follows all safety and pre-install requirements such as, water and gas shut off identification, drop cloth use, eye and knee protection, crawl space accessibility, and drilling procedures.
• Maintains company work van in a clean and organized manner
• Stocks assigned work van with equipment and supplies to maintain pre-designated inventory levels, required parts, to ensure the efficiency of all installations.
• Brings all necessary tools, equipment, and supplies to a central location within the client's building or place residence.
• Drills and cuts holes for building sensors, controls, and all other peripheral devices as directed.
• Sets up boxes of wire at each sensor, control, and peripheral device locations.
• Pulls wires in attic or crawl spaces to the main CPU, punch block, installation, splice, and tag point or interconnect location.
• Run wire under carpet, above false ceilings, fish through firebreaks, etc.
• Install conduit, flexible conduit and/or wire moldings as well electrical boxes and fittings as needed.
• Punch down all equipment devices and neatly dress all wires as needed, such as zip tying.
• Returns all tools, equipment, and unused supplies to the installation van.
• Ensures client home/business is clean and free of any installation debris.
• Assist or perform system programming, thorough test of the alarm system, and customer training in the use of all system functions.
• Locates sprinkler system(s) Shutoff(s) and inspector's valve(s) to be noted in the alarm panel an on the system drawing.
• Lead Installers may manage installation teams on larger projects.
• Follows proper schematic wiring diagrams and hook-up procedures. Tests operation of system to the signal-receiving center to properly establish service. Reads building, electrical and sprinkler blueprints as required.
• Coordinates installations with police/fire departments and handles necessary records for notification of emergency calls. Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • This position requires no supervisor or manager responsibilities. Tenured employees may act in the capacity of crew leader after a designated period of time, crew leaders have no decision making authority such as hiring, firing, or taking corrective action. Qualifications:
    • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience :
      • One-year certificate from college or technical school; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. And 8 years electrical and electronic equipment experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude. Language Skills:
        • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
        • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Mathematical Skills:
          • Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
          • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability:
            • Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
            • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
              • Must possess valid drivers license and driving history must meet company standards throughout employment.
              • Must possess alarm agent permit where applicable and according to Federal, State, and Municipal laws. Physical Demands:
                • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
                • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
                • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
                • The employee frequently is required to walk and talk or hear.
                • The employee is occasionally required to sit or stand in different positions for long periods of time.
                • Employee will climb and stand on ladders for long periods of time.
                • Employee will operate motorized lift and work in high places for long periods at a time and operate power tools such as electrical drills, and hand tools such as a screwdriver.
                • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
                • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
                • Frequently must crawl, kneel, crouch, or lay down in tight spaces Work Environment:
                  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
                  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
                  • Employee will occasionally work in tight or confined space.
                  • The employee will drive from job to job, which may include several hours of driving per day.
                  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
                  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to extreme. ADT LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and do our best to foster a culture and environment where every employee feels valued. Our goal is to serve our customers and help save lives. We can achieve this goal when we have the best talent working in an environment where employees feel included and recognized. Visit us online at jobs.adt.com to learn more.

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