Installation Technician - Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Who is Flock?

Flock Safety is the leading safety technology platform, helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security. Our hardware and software suite connects cities, law enforcement, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods in a nationwide public-private safety network. Trusted by over 5,000 communities, 4,500 law enforcement agencies, and 1,000 businesses, Flock delivers real-time intelligence while prioritizing privacy and responsible innovation.

We’re a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking. Working at Flock means tackling big challenges, moving fast, and continuously improving. It’s intense but deeply rewarding for those who want to make an impact.

With nearly $700M in venture funding and a $7.5B valuation, we’re scaling intentionally and seeking top talent to help build the impossible. If you value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems, Flock could be the place for you.

The Opportunity

Flock Safety is looking for an Installation Technician to join our Field Operations team. Our team is comprised of individuals who are results-driven, detail-oriented and combine a great work ethic with critical thinking to install products that delight our customers. Our technicians are the face of our company and interact frequently with a variety of our customers while out in the field.

Job Responsibilities :

Install poles of varying lengths per install specifications. Requires digging a minimum of 8” x 36” holes.

Mount solar panels on poles and attach external batteries to solar panels

Affix license-plate reading cameras with PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) technology to poles

Work on both public and private roads, working often on equipment 10-12’ high.

Regularly work with a bucket truck and / or ladder to work on equipment up to 30 feet high.

Repair minor breaks in underground irrigation or private wiring

Provide installation pictures via the Flock field app on a mobile device

Perform administrative tasks such as inventory management and receiving product shipments

Perform work in safe and professional manner

Meet with customers to discuss installation options and perform site surveys

Interpret traffic control plan and permit drawings to identify the proper installation location for a Flock device

The Skillset

This role requires frequent / continuous bending, digging, reaching, climbing, squatting, sitting, standing, walking, driving, and independently lifting up to 50 lbs.

Prior experience with field work is a plus : construction, security systems, low voltage wiring, or similar.

Prior knowledge of operating a bucket truck on occasion.

Comfortable driving a work van(Ford Transit) and occasionally a 1 ton pickup truck(Ram 3500) or towing a small trailer.

Prior use of power tools, motor vehicles and heavy equipment

Must be comfortable working on ladders at high heights

Handyman-like experience, whether personally or professionally.

Good time-management, organization and communication skills

Desire to work outdoors and comfortable working in all weather conditions and outdoor elements

General knowledge for all things tech, and the ability / desire to learn and work with new software / tools.

Basic knowledge of computer skills, Office Suite, Google Suite and email

Must be at least 21 years of age to rent a vehicle and meet company vehicle insurance requirements.

Must possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets company motor vehicle standards.

Required Availability :

M-F during daylight hours. Overtime is at times expected and required.  Start and end times will vary based on time of year (solar constrained) and the workload.

Travel :

Expect to travel up to 3 hours away during service tickets regularly. Occasionally this role will require travel up to 8 hrs away. In these situations, overnight accommodations are provided. We do not anticipate the travel demand for this role to exceed 30%.

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 as an Installation Technician at Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

Understand how to complete timekeeping in our payroll software & book travel

Complete OSHA 10 certification and 2 weeks of in-field Training

Introduction to the following work order types (Site Installation, Maintenance and Site Surveys)

The First 60 Days

Working solo in the field with the support of your leadership team and technical support staff

90 Days & Beyond

Complete all work orders assigned, excel with the tools and metrics we use, and have built a strong relationship with your team members, leaders, and key cross-functional stakeholders.

Salary & Equity

In this role, you’ll receive a starting salary of $52,000 as well as stock options

The Perks

🌴 Flexible PTO : We seriously mean it, plus 11 company holidays.

⚕️ Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees : including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.

👪 Family Leave : All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.

🍼 Fertility & Family Benefits : We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. Flock will provide a $50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.

🧠 Spring Health : Spring Health offers a variety of mental health benefits, including therapy, coaching, medication management, and digital tools, all tailored to each individual's needs.

💖 Caregiver Support : We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support

💸 Carta Tax Advisor : Employees receive 1 : 1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.

💚 ERGs : We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer three ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know

💻WFH Stipend : $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.

🛠️ Tools & Gear : Flock Safety-branded uniforms, tools, and safety gear as well as an annual $250 uniform expense allowance

🚗 Work Vehicle : The use of a well-equipped Flock Safety owned Sprinter van and fully-paid-for gas card

#ZR

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at recruiting@flocksafety.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

At Flock Safety, we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. The range above is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future. This job posting may span more than one career level.

Compensation Range : $52K