Journeyman Jobs in Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Who is Flock?

Flock Safety is an all-in-one technology solution to eliminate crime and keep communities safe. Our intelligent platform combines the power of communities at scale - including cities, businesses, schools, and law enforcement agencies - to shape a safer future together. Our full-service, maintenance-free technology solution is trusted by communities across the country to help solve and deter crime in the pursuit of safer communities for everyone.

Our holistic public safety platform is comprehensive and intelligent, providing the actionable evidence needed to solve, deter and reduce crime across neighborhoods, schools, businesses and entire cities. Without compromising transparency or privacy, we are turning unbiased data into objective answers.

Flock strives to offer a career-defining experience where you can also make an impact on your community. While safety is a serious business, we are a supportive team that is optimizing the remote experience to create strong and fulfilling relationships even when we are physically apart. Our group of hard-working employees thrive in a positive and inclusive environment, where a bias towards action is rewarded.

We have raised over $500M in venture capital from investors including Tiger Global, Andreessen Horowitz, Matrix Partners, Meritech Capital Partners, and Initialized Capital. Now surpassing a $5.5B valuation, Flock is scaling intentionally and seeking the best and brightest to help us meet our goal of reducing crime in the United States by 25% in the next three years.

The Opportunity

Flock Safety is looking for a Journeyman Electrician to join our Product Deployment team. The Product Deployment team is composed of individuals who are results-driven, detail-oriented and combine a great work ethic with critical thinking to install products that delight our customers and drive our shift to be a multi-product company. The Journeyman Electrician will be responsible for installing and maintaining electrical systems and equipment in accordance with National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and company policies.  This role requires a strong understanding of electrical theory, practical application, and safety regulations.

Required Availability : Work hours are M-F with occasional extended hours in order to meet project deadlines and customer expectations.

Travel : Expect frequent travel across the US for various activities, such as installation, maintenance, and testing. This role is on the road up to 3 weeks a months, typically a few days of travel at a time.

Install and troubleshoot electrical components such as wiring, switches, outlets, circuit breakers, and panels supporting Flock products.

Perform testing and troubleshooting using various electrical testing equipment (e.g., multimeters, voltage testers, ammeters).

Adhere to all safety regulations and NEC codes.

Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical problems efficiently.

Estimate time and materials required for projects.

Ensure all work is completed to a high standard of quality.

May be required to train and mentor apprentice electricians.

Work with a bucket truck and / or ladder to work on equipment up to 30’ high

Provide installation pictures via Flock field app

Maintain accurate records of work performed.

Perform work in a safe and professional manner

Meet with customers to discuss installation options and perform site surveys

Communicate effectively with both internal teams and customers

May require installing poles of varying lengths per install specifications with digging a minimum of 8” x 24” holes

The Skillset

Valid Journeyman Electrician license, especially interested in New York, Illinois, Colorado, and Washington.

Proven experience as a Journeyman Electrician (typically 4+ years).

Thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Strong understanding of electrical theory and practical application.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Experience with various electrical testing equipment.

Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical problems efficiently.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work on a computer navigating business systems, like Salesforce.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong commitment to safety regulations and procedures.

Physical ability to perform the demands of the job, including lifting, bending, and working in various positions.

Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Physical Activities Performed Frequently :

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another

Adjusting or moving objects up to 75 pounds in all directions

Communicating with others to exchange information, often over the phone

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and / or fingers

Operating machinery and / or power tools

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment

Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned

Environmental Conditions and Physical Demands

Constant light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Frequently working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Frequent sedentary work that primarily involves sitting / standing.

Frequent medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Occasionally working in seasonal high and low temperatures.

Occasionally working in noisy environments.

Occasionally working in hazardous conditions : near highways or heavy traffic.

Occasional heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

Feeling uneasy that you haven’t ticked every box? That’s okay; we’ve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.

90 Days at Flock

We are a results-oriented culture and believe job descriptions are a thing of the past. We prescribe to 90 day plans and believe that good days, lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired in this role at Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

Onboard and Understand : Gain a thorough understanding of Flock’s mission, values, and the specific objectives of our electrical program.

Familiarize with Support Tools and Processes : Learn the internal systems, tools, and methodologies used to track customer deployments, monitor project schedules, and develop project documentation.

Understand Product Details : Begin hands-on training with Flock products, including hardware components like drones, docking stations, and radar systems.

Meet Key Stakeholders : Build relationships with cross-functional teams, including deployment engineers, project managers, and the Engineering team, as well as third-party partners.

Shadow Team Members : Observe and assist with field installs, learn escalation procedures, and begin handling less complex customer installations with guidance.

By the end of the first month, the Journeyman will be prepared to lead ongoing deployments, support troubleshooting hardware components, and assist in the survey and deployment process development.

The First 60 Days

Take Ownership of Deployments : They will be responsible for ensuring the proper installation and functionality AC powered devices in their region, including LPR cameras, video cameras, docking stations, and radar systems.

Escalate Complex Issues : Triage more complex technical support issues and collaborate closely with engineering teams to provide solutions. Start identifying repeat issues and assist with creating solutions to prevent future occurrences.

Develop Support Knowledge Base : Contribute to building a comprehensive support knowledge base, documenting solutions to common problems and providing guidance for support staff.

By the end of this phase, the Journeyman will have gained valuable hands-on experience in supporting the technical and logistical challenges of all Flock deployments.

90 Days & Beyond

Take Full Ownership of the Your Region : Assume full responsibility for managing AC powered installs across a geographic territory, ensuring the timely and efficient resolution of questions and issues.

Expand the Knowledge Base : Continue to develop and refine the support knowledge base, adding detailed documentation on hardware / software troubleshooting and best practices for deployment.

By the end of the 90 days, the Deployment Specialist will be fully capable of independently deploying customer projects, troubleshooting hardware issues, and advancing critical initiatives for our AC power program.

The Interview Process

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture : transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.

Our First Chat : During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter to chat through your background, what you could bring to Flock, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.

The Hiring Manager Interview : You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at Flock. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.

The Panel : Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.

Salary & Equity

In this role, you’ll receive a starting salary between $64,000 and $88,000 as well as Flock Safety Stock Options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.

The Perks

Company Description

We are the first public safety operating system empowering over 2000 cities to eliminate crime. Our cameras and devices detect objective evidence, decode it with machine learning, and deliver it into the hands that stop crime. Communities operating on Flock Safety reduce crime by up to 70%.

Company Description

We are the first public safety operating system empowering over 2000 cities to eliminate crime. Our cameras and devices detect objective evidence, decode it with machine learning, and deliver it into the hands that stop crime. Communities operating on Flock Safety reduce crime by up to 70%.