Installations Specialist

About the Role

Motive is seeking a skilled installer to join our team. As an Installation Specialist, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of telematics devices within customer vehicles, ensuring high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. This role offers a unique mix of hands-on technical work, customer interaction, and strategic project management, perfect for those passionate about technology's role in operational improvement. The person in this role will be required to travel 50-75% of the time annually.

Responsibilities

• Installation and Support: Independently or in collaboration with third-party installers, perform installations of Motive's product suite, comprising gateways, AI cameras, and accessories, across various vehicles and assets.
• Customer Engagement: Conduct on-site customer training, support trials/pilots, manage RMAs, and serve as the Lead onsite presence for strategic customer deployments.
• Quality Assurance and Improvement: Oversee strategic installation projects, perform on-site quality checks of third-party installers, and audit documentation to ensure adherence to best practices.
• Innovation and Feedback: Collaborate closely with the Motive Field Engineering team, leveraging field experiences to inform product enhancements and innovations.
• Guidance and Documentation: Create custom installation guides for specialty configurations or unique customer requests, enhancing the installation process and customer satisfaction.
• Support and Troubleshooting: Provide remote assistance to third-party installers with installation questions or issues.
• Escalation Handling: Manage the review and resolution of escalated technical issues, ensuring a positive outcome for all stakeholders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in technical equipment installation, service, and repair, particularly in automotive or related industries.
• Comprehensive knowledge of vehicle wiring and electrical systems, and proficiency in interpreting technical documentation and wiring diagrams.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting equipment, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces.
• Demonstrated expertise in installing IoT devices and aftermarket electronics at scale, preferably in automotive or related industries.
• Strong technical background, with the ability to independently manage complex installations and troubleshoot diverse equipment.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively training customers and collaborating with internal teams.
• Flexibility to travel extensively (at least 50% of the time) and adapt to varying project demands and schedules.
• A commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement, with a passion for leveraging technology to solve real-world problems.
• Spanish Language proficiency preferred.

Benefits

• Health, pharmacy, optical and dental care benefits.
• Paid time off and sick time off.
• Short term and long term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401k contribution.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $65,000—$75,000 USD (varies by geographic zone; same range for San Francisco, New York City Area, Seattle, and other U.S. locations). Total compensation may include restricted stock units.

Schedule

Travel required 50‑75% of the time annually.