Installer – San Diego
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Security Systems Installation, Installation Technician
Location: California
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Since 1987, JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS has proudly provided businesses throughout Southern California with top‑of‑the‑line security system solutions. JMG brings expertise in Video Surveillance, Fire and Security Integration, Access Control and 24/7 monitoring. JMG works continuously to present security solutions at the forefront of technology while maintaining award‑winning customer service. We take great pride in building and nurturing long‑lasting relationships with our valued clients.
PositionSummary
Installer works with all Technician Levels to install cabling, conduits, and back‑boxes required to support access control, CCTV, Fire and Burglar alarm intrusion systems. Installers perform all aspects of a system installation including running wires, terminating devices, making up control panels, installing conduits, and any other tasks necessary to install the system. In addition to working directly under the Operations Manager, Installers collaborate with Project Managers, Sales Agents, contractors, and customers.
The Installer is a liaison between JMG and the customer and is responsible for providing customer care that exceeds expectations and meets company standards and installation procedures.
- Installs intrusion/fire alarm, access control, voice/data, and CCTV components.
- Possesses solid working knowledge of installation of Commercial Burglar Alarm, Fire Alarm, Access Control, and CCTV.
- Can make programming changes to Burglar Alarm, Fire Alarm, and Access Control panels in the field via laptop, keypad, or local programmer.
- Thorough understanding of basic Burglar Alarm, Fire Alarm, Access Control, and CCTV system design and functionality.
- Takes part in the normal on‑call rotation for emergency service and after‑hours service.
- Accurately completes paperwork related to the installation of these components.
- Notifies Sales Agent and/or Project Manager of all changes, additions and deletions on all installations.
- Shows initiative to learn the trades for future advancement.
- Accurately completes time cards.
- Maintains company‑issued vehicle, tools and equipment in good working order.
- Maintains a professional appearance at all times.
- Provides complete and accurate training to the customer on all systems installed at the customer’s site.
- Performs daily routine check‑ins as required by management.
- Communicates scheduling issues with the Project Manager and Installation Coordinator.
- Attends scheduled Safety and Installation department meetings to receive updates on current and future projects, new products, and any changes to JMG Operations that may affect project installations.
- Attends training classes held either onsite or offsite as required by the Systems Engineer/Operations Manager.
- Other duties as assigned.
- One year of hands‑on experience in the security alarm industry in an installation or service capacity or other applicable experience.
- Effective communicator of project status.
- Ability to work with a variety of people of all skill levels to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Capable of learning and using the appropriate tools provided by JMG to install system components competently.
- Capable of working during high workload periods.
- Effectively deals with all problems arising from an installation and shows strong analytical skills.
- Current California Driver’s License.
- Possesses or will obtain an Alarm Company Employee registration card.
- Possesses or is working toward completion of the State of California Fire Alarm Journeyman License.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers and other employees.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Good time management, organizational and multitasking skills.
- Ability to plan each day while adapting to constant interruptions.
- Ability to treat employees with respect at all times.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in…
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