Installation Technician I - Security Systems

Overview

Join Allied Universal® Technology Services, a global leader in transforming the security industry. We integrate advanced technology — video surveillance, electronic access control, alarm monitoring and augmented solutions with physical security to help people feel safe. Whether you’re an installation technician, service technician, engineer, or project manager, you’ll discover rewarding opportunities to grow your career as part of a valued team.

Apply today and be phenomenal—build a meaningful career while protecting what matters most through innovative security technology.

Job Description

Allied Universal is looking to hire a Security Installation Technician I. The Security Installation Technician I will perform installations of electronic control systems, which may include door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low voltage communication, and fire alarm systems, including cable management, electronic locks, point sensors, signaling devices, and associated hardware.

What to expect as a Security Installation Technician I at Allied Universal Technology Services: 

• Run electrical wiring in a crawl space; related activities to include drilling, trenching, and aerial runs.
• Responsible for the connection of field devices and wire concealment
• Under the direction of an Installation Technician III or Project Manager:
  • Complete all wiring, connections, and equipment installations, ensuring that systems are complete and operational according to contract requirements.
  • Test new system installations to ensure that they are functioning properly and that they meet local, county, state, and/or federal codes and any licensing and/or insurance requirements
  • Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned, such as job-site clean-up
• Overnight travel may be required on an as-need basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Degree, Vocational School or equivalent is required
• 0 to 2 years of experience in the physical security, fire alarm or low-voltage communication industry installing field devices
• Military veterans are encouraged to apply, especially those with experience as an electronics technician or aviation technician 
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Must be detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to obtain proper state licensing once hired (Low Voltage D license, Alarm Installer Lic. etc.)
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Ability to complete time entry from home on a daily basis via the Internet

BENEFITS:

• Hourly pay rate: $27 to $32
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company’s 401(k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time is offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

Salary : $27 - $32