Smart Home Consultant
Posted: 28 December, 2022Organization: ADT
Location: Norfolk, VA
ADT has been in the business of helping save lives since 1874. As the #1 smart home security provider in the U.S., we help protect and connect families, businesses and larger commercial customer every day. Our continuous innovation, advanced technology and strategic partnerships deliver products and services that help protect life and valuables, whether at home, your business or on the go. And as times change, so do we. Above all, our mission is clear: we help save lives for a living. Looking for a career where you can make a real impact? Join our team today and put purpose behind your paycheck. #WeAreADT
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We are hiring!!! As the leading provider of security, automation, and smart home solutions, ADT is paving the way for the connected customer. Whether at home, work, or on the go, ADT is there to help protect and connect more than 6 million customers. As a Technical Specialist, you’ll play a key role in driving our innovation and transformation efforts in markets across the country.
Position Overview
As a Technical Specialist, you will be a Smart Home solutions expert and a brand ambassador for ADT’s 6 million customers. Often acting as the key point of contact for home automation clients, answering inquiries, providing technical advice, and demonstrating how to use new products and services. You will play a critical role in providing a world-class, consultative customer onboarding experience. In this role you will identify, enroll, and activate security & Smart Home products and solutions that best meet the needs of ADT’s residential customers.
Key Job Responsibilities
Curate relationships between new customers and the ADT brand and product portfolio
Complete in-home consultation and assessment –
Architecting tailored Smart Home solutions that best meet the customers’ needs
Rely on problem-solving acumen to analyze customer issues and recommend solutions
Rely on sales abilities and product knowledge for solutions that are best for customer
Activating and upgrading systems with enhanced technology
Perform activation of equipment – including:
Cameras (interior & exterior)
Security hardware- E.g., door/window sensors, motion detectors, touchscreen panels
IoT and Smart Home devices (e.g., Smart Thermostats, Lighting, AI assistant)
Complete customer onboarding and education of key products and services
Key Job Essentials
Possess a customer-first mindset- focusing on developing lifelong customers by providing a world class customer experience
Exceptional verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Aptitude for troubleshooting networking and technical issues with the latest Smart Home and IoT devices
Familiar with upselling techniques
Comfortable using the latest hand and power tools to efficiently install and service Security and Smart Home equipment
Physical agility
Follow safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
Ability to operate fleet vehicle in a safe manner at all times. (valid driver’s license required)
High School diploma or the equivalent
Valid driver’s license
Desired Technology Experience that would make a candidate successful
Experience setting up smart home actions on Google Assistant
Experience installing and configuring smart home skills on Amazon Alexa
Experience installing and configuring one or more of the following smart home devices including video cameras, video doorbells, voice assistants, thermostats, smart plugs, or mesh WiFi systems
Experience creating helpful home automations using one or more smart home devices
Keen ability to demonstrate how to control a helpful home using a myriad of user interfaces (voice, mobile app, smart display, or scene triggers)
Able to listen to customers and design a delightful smart home experience tailored to their lifestyle
Adept at communicating the value of a helpful home to build excitement and help sell products and services
What’s in it for you
Full benefits on the 1st of the month after 31 days of employment
Health = Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Savings & Flex Spending
Future = 401(k) with employer matching
Life = Paid vacation time (We all need to recharge)
Company vehicle provided
Base salary plus the potential to earn unlimited commissions
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Referral bonuses
ADT is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ADT strives to ensure every employee and applicant feels valued. Visit us at jobs.adt.com/diversity to learn more.