WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are a custom home technology integration company (high end smart homes) looking to add a technician to our installation team. We deal in a wide variety of high end and luxury design residential projects throughout the Portland metro area and greater Oregon, in addition to southern WA. We are seeking someone ambitious and the right fit to be a rockstar install tech with the initiative to grow their trade skills and execute quality work. We are willing to train the right person, though strong preference will be given to candidates familiar with the wiring and installation of the products and technologies utilized in our projects, including:
- Lutron lighting and control systems (low voltage only)
- Motorized shades/drapes/window treatments (primarily Lutron)
- LED tape light
- Landscape lighting
- Wired and wireless network equipment
- Distributed audio/video equipment and home theater systems
- Rough-in and trim out/termination of structured low voltage wiring in both new construction and retro/remodels
- Savant, Crestron, and Control4 control systems
You will need to be organized, experienced in the use of hand and power tools, and have top notch verbal and written communication skills. Ideally you would also be proficient with tech tools like email and mobile apps such as Dropbox and Slack. You should be a self starter with an eye for details who can work independently and is ambitious about troubleshooting problems and finding solutions without waiting on someone to tell you what to do. At the same time you need to be a team player who works well in a group environment and knows how to both give and take direction and feedback when collaborating with your co-workers.
Our install work spans getting your hands dirty with prewires and rough-in work to the finesse and technical detail of white-glove finish installs in occupied homes. You will need to be able to present a professional attitude and appearance while working in any of these types of situations. You must ensure all work is completed correctly and with care and consideration for your surroundings and our clients property and expectations. Our work requires frequently climbing on ladders and going into crawl spaces and attics.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Our office and warehouse are located in Beaverton. While our projects can vary in size and scope, the majority are multi-system installations for high end new construction and remodeled luxury residential homes. We mostly stay in the Portland metro area, but also frequently do work further out towards the coast and southern Washington and go east as far as the Hood River area. Occasionally we work on projects as far South as Brookings and Southeast as Bend. So availability and willingness for occasional out-of-town work is expected in this position, but with compensation via paid accommodations and daily per diem.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Completive starting pay of $25 -30/hr depending on experience/skill set, in addition to regular raises based on performance
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Company provided tools and apparel
- Company work vehicle
- Paid time off that increases based on tenure
- Health Insurance that includes dental and vision
- 401K with employer match
- Profit sharing paid out twice a year
- Paid accommodations and generous per diem on all overnight out of town work
MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS:
- Driver's license with acceptable driving record
- Experienced in the use of hand tools and power tools
PREFERED SKILLS:
- 2 years experience of residential installation work, with emphasis on the systems mentioned previously
- Experience in the correct termination of AV/network wiring such as CAT6, coax, etc and the installation of basic AV gear such as in-ceiling/wall speakers and wall mounted TVs
- Proficiency in the use of the specialty hand tools and basic power tools needed for low voltage installation work
We are a workplace that values work life balance and strives to foster an environment where all employees are respected and able to voice their opinions, feedback and concerns. If you have the skills and work ethic we are looking for and want to work somewhere dynamic with opportunity for professional growth, please respond to this ad with your resume and some info on why you would be a good fit for this position.