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Entry Level Residential Installer

TEKsystems, Albany, New York, United States

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Residential Security Installer – Entry‑Level to Intermediate Build a Skilled Trade Career in Security & Low Voltage Technology

Are you mechanically inclined, enjoy working with your hands, and take pride in solving problems for customers? Do you want a stable, long‑term career in a growing trade?

This role gives you the chance to learn the Security & Low Voltage trade — a high‑demand, long‑term career path that rewards people who are reliable, mechanically sound, and motivated to grow.

Candidates who come from backgrounds in construction, cable installation, automotive, maintenance, or any hands‑on work tend to excel in this position.

Why This Role Matters You will work directly with residential customers to install, upgrade, and service security systems that protect homes and families. Even if you don’t have prior security experience, if you’re comfortable with tools and technology, this is a fantastic opportunity to enter a skilled trade and grow your career.

Paid Training Program

Week 1: Complete online training

Week 2: Field shadowing — ride along with a Senior Technician

Week 3: Start hands‑on installations under supervision

Weeks 4–5: Continued guided training until you can perform work independently

Training is paid at a Training Pay Rate. After training, you transition to your full technician rate.

What You’ll Do (After Training)

Install & program burglar alarms, CCTV (IP & Analog), DVRs, and access control systems

Install window breaks, door units, smoke detectors

Troubleshoot alarm signal issues when needed

Provide hands‑on customer support in the field

Test and verify equipment signals

Train customers on using the equipment and address all questions

Complete necessary paperwork for each job

Cost out all parts used before closing jobs with dispatch

Maintain accurate truck inventory

Deliver top‑quality customer service

Achieve 90% installation goal attainment with zero “go‑backs”

What Makes You Successful

Strong communication skills

Reliable and professional

Adaptable and solution‑oriented

Able to read customer needs and respond effectively

Mechanically inclined — comfortable with tools, ladders, wiring, and light construction

Customer‑centric mindset

Tools & Equipment – Tools You Must Provide (does not need to be complete day one)

Ladder (full size OR folding/extension)

Screwdrivers

Electric drill>

Wire cutters

Hand sheetrock saw

Provided to You

PPE kit

Uniform polo shirts

Vehicle Requirement

Must have a reliable personal vehicle

Travel & Reimbursement Travel Radius

Typically within the metro area

Occasionally up to 2 hours of travel

Mileage / Gas

After training:

Up to $100/week gas reimbursement (with receipts)

Additional reimbursement available for mileage over 300 miles/week

Schedule & Work Expectations Schedule Options

Monday–Friday

Tuesday–Saturday

Other Details

Overtime is allowed

A sixth workday may be requested but is not required

Daily schedule varies — technicians stay until the customer job is completed

(may be past 5pm depending on the job)

Experience Level Intermediate, but entry‑level candidates with mechanical ability and great customer service skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • 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)

Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Albany,NY.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026.

About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real‑world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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