Low Voltage Technician

TEKsystems • City of Albany, NY

5d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

This company is committed to training, investing in, and developing technicians who want to build a long-term career in the security and low-voltage trade. No prior alarm or security experience is required. If you are reliable, mechanically inclined, and enjoy working with customers in their homes, this is an excellent opportunity to learn a skilled trade with strong career growth.
This role offers structured paid training, hands-on experience, and mentorship, setting technicians up for long-term success in a growing and recession-resistant industry.
As a Residential Security Technician, you will be responsible for installing, servicing, and troubleshooting home security systems. After completing a paid multi-week training program, you will work independently in customers’ homes to install and program security equipment while delivering a high level of customer service.

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn a skilled trade
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools (drill, screwdrivers, wire cutters, etc.)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Punctual, dependable, and professional demeanor
• Comfortable working independently in customers’ homes
• Ability to pass a BGC and drug screening
• Must be able to obtain a New York State Security License (fingerprinting required post-offer)

Responsibilities

• Install and program burglar alarm systems, CCTV systems (IP & analog), DVRs, and basic access control equipment
• Install door and window contacts, motion sensors, glass break detectors, smoke detectors, and other add-on components
• Troubleshoot system, wiring, and connectivity issues as needed
• Educate customers on the proper use of their security system and mobile applications
• Complete job documentation, inventory tracking, and equipment verification accurately
• Maintain a professional presence in customers’ homes at all times
• Ensure installations are completed correctly the first time to avoid return visits (“go-backs”)
• Follow company installation standards, safety guidelines, and quality expectations

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees