Home Automation Lead Installation Technician

Cinegration•Arvada, CO

23d•$30 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Technician will be in charge of the full scope of the job, overseeing and managing an Installation Technician / Assistant Installation Technician to complete jobs. The Lead Installation Technician will install and set up audio, video, lighting, voice/data, security, and control systems in high-end residences and some commercial spaces. The Lead Installation Technician will work mostly in the field, traveling to job sites around the Denver area as well as homes in the mountains. Our ideal candidate enjoys taking the lead and guiding new technicians, and takes pride in his or her workmanship, and is always open to learning and developing new skills. A passion for the industry and a team mentality is crucial. THE INDUSTRY. Smart Home Integration offers a tremendous growth opportunity for a variety of skill sets including sales, technician, project management, operations and more. According to CEDIA, the global trade association for the home technology industry, the most recent 2021 Integrated Home Market Analysis reports the estimated value of the integrated home market at $20.1B. Categories experiencing the most growth include lighting, motorized shades, lighting control, and networking. Smart Home Integrators offer careers in sales, operations, marketing, project management, finance, merchandising, purchasing, technical trades, and customer service. If you’re seeking to make an impact from the start of your career, spark impressive change, learn new or innovative skills, and most importantly, gain success in a field that rewards ambitious hard workers, a career in Smart Home Integration is for you! THE COMPANY. Cinegration is a smart home automation company providing custom solutions to high-end clients for over 10 years. We are a tight-knit team with high expectations, looking for the right fit for our company as we grow. Cinegration designs, installs, and maintains our customers’ smart homes. We provide smart home control with Control4. Our custom solutions and driver development team give us a unique edge in the industry and allow us to give our customers true Power of Control. We design each project to fit each of our customers’ unique needs and desires, and our programmers write the drivers that allow top-of-the-line products to integrate into Control4. THE BENEFITS. Opportunity for Growth If you want a responsible and engaging position in a fun environment, a role the Smart Home Integration industry is for you! With several roles that work together to make companies in this industry successful, there is tons of room to grow within a company. Start as an Assistant, become and Installation Technician, grow into a Lead, and even merge into highly technical service, programming, sales, project management, and more! Gain In-Demand Skills As consumers focus on improving and connecting their lives at home, the smart home industry is booming. Technology is ever changing, and knowledgable, responsible, and dedicated employees are in high demand!

Requirements

Minimum 2 years installation experience in the AV industry
Control4 Associate Installer and Automation Programmer certifications are required
Thorough understanding of and experience with smart home systems and the software they utilize
Networking, security, AV, and rack-building experience required
Ability to trouble-shoot audio, video, and control system problems.
Proficient in using basic power tools and hand tools
General knowledge of construction is required
Must be able to lead and direct supporting technician, make decisions, and take action when necessary
Passion for smart home systems and the software they utilize
Ability to read and understand schematic drawings and plans
Must be responsible and able to work independently
Must have impeccable attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Ability to engage in strategic and creative problem solving
Ability to manage multiple projects and successfully meet project deadlines
Exceptional organization skills and ability to multitask
Ability to remain calm under pressure and think clearly
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
Must be reliable and arrive to work on time
Must be proactive, self-directing, and goal-oriented
Must have reliable mode of transportation
Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and pass a background check
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Will need to be able to climb a ladder of at least 15’

Responsibilities

Lead installation of smart home equipment according to project bid
Manage Assistant Installation Technician on job site and communicate job progress to necessary team members
Identify and propose solutions to potential design problems or equipment incompatibility
Troubleshooting on-site issues and determining the best solution
Diagnose advanced service calls
Identify key aspects of a project to ensure that any obstacle will be overcome and that the project will be a success
Run and terminate wires such as CAT6, COAX, and Fiber
Install, configure, and oversee Assistant Installation Technician on install of Control4, cameras, networks, motorized shades, security systems, audio and video equipment, integrated lighting, smart thermostats, streaming devices, rack
Set up and manage rack configuration
Run and terminate wires such as CAT6, COAX, and Fiber
Advanced programming of all devices in Control4
Complete all necessary job documentation and paperwork
Manage van inventory