Core Responsibilities
- System Integration: Connecting and configuring individual components (e.g., cameras, motion sensors, and access control readers) so they function as a cohesive system.
- Structured Cabling: Installing, terminating, and testing copper (Cat5e/6/6A) and fiber optic cabling systems.
- Programming & Commissioning: Tailoring system functionality, such as setting user permissions, configuring IP addresses, and programming automation settings (e.g., Control4, Crestron, or Lutron).
- Diagnostic & Repair: Troubleshooting complex issues in existing infrastructure using specialized tools like multimeters, cable certifiers, and network testers.
- Blueprint Interpretation: Reading and updating technical drawings, schematics, and "as-built" documentation to ensure compliance with company and BICSI standards.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Technical Proficiency: Knowledge and experience in CCTV, Access Control, Fire Alarms, Intercoms, and Wi-Fi/Network infrastructure.
- Physical Capability: Ability to climb ladders, work a loft, lift up to 50–70 lbs, and identify wires by color.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication for training end-users and collaborating with project managers or other trades.
- Certifications: While not always mandatory, Control4, Lutron and any/all Smart integration systems
Almera Tech Services (formerly Smart Homz) is a low-voltage electrical company specializing in the design, installation, and support of Smart Home technology. We create reliable, intuitive systems that make homes and businesses safer, more connected, and easier to enjoy without unnecessary complexity.
From whole-home audio and immersive home theaters to security cameras, alarm systems, and structured wiring, our team delivers clean installations and dependable performance you can count on. Every project is approached with careful planning, attention to detail, and a commitment to long-term reliability.
We believe technology should enhance your space, not complicate it. That’s why we focus on smart, scalable solutions tailored to your needs today, with flexibility for tomorrow. Whether you’re upgrading a single room or building an integrated system from the ground up, Almera Tech Services brings clarity, craftsmanship, and expertise to every installation.