Electronic Smart Home Apprentice

Electronic Smart Home Apprentice - Coopersville, MI

Company Overview:

Bekins is a continuously growing family-owned company that first started in 1975 as Bekins Appliance Service. With three locations in West Michigan, we are now nationally known as a high-end retail and service company that sells, installs, and services appliances and electronics. We exist to be the best; challenging industry norms to do what’s right, and to make a positive difference in the lives of our employees, their families, our customers, and the community. Bekins' workforce has doubled in size over the last five years, and we continue to look to hire the best.

Position Summary:

The Electronics Smart Home Apprentice works directly with technicians who work directly with customers to apply the latest smart home technologies integrated into their home and lifestyle. Electronics Smart Home apprentices are responsible for installation and programming of electronic equipment for luxury clients and premier technology to make our customers say, "WOW!" Starting at $20 an hour. Monday - Friday schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Install TV's, speakers, amplifiers, motorized shades, and networking equipment
• Ability to read an audio/video blueprint, wiring drawings, and manuals
• Install the smart home systems per manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
• Projection of a professional image of yourself and Bekins through significant exposure to the customer
• Use the necessary tools to install and test smart home systems
• Teach clients how to use their smart home products
• Complete jobs to Bekins’ standards and provide excellent customer service

Qualifications:

• Have a passion for the latest electronic products, systems, devices and tools
• Experience in low voltage electronics preferred
• Find enjoyment in helping the customer get the right product installed and programmed to their specifications and preferences
• Have an aptitude for detailed work
• Be proficient in setting up of apps
• Be thorough and consistent in documenting work performed on appropriate forms
• Proficient use of basic hand and power tools (prefer your own set of tools)
• Safely travel to worksites – maintain equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean and professional manner

Preferred Certifications:

• CEDIA Certified Electronics Systems Technician a plus
• Experience with Lutron, Crestron, and Control 4 a plus
• Experience in lighting control systems, motorized shades/window treatments a plus

Benefits Include:

• Insurance (health, vision, dental, life)
• 401k with a company match
• Six paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Closed Sundays
• Short-term disability
• Employee discount
• Loyalty rewards

Bekins provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.