CWA Apprentice

Allied Universal; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Commercial Security Installation Technician II/ CWA Journeyman in Sunnyvale, CA. The role involves installing, programming, and configuring enterprise security systems, including door access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection.

You will troubleshoot, supervise junior technicians, and ensure contract requirements are met on site. Applicants should have 2–3 years in physical security or low-voltage installation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2–3 years in physical security or low-voltage installation
• Experience with security software platforms preferred
• Ability to obtain state licensing (Low Voltage D license, Alarm Installer)
• Valid driver's license with clean record and safe operation of a company vehicle

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and program commercial electronic security systems (door access, CCTV, intrusion, locks)
• Troubleshoot installations to ensure proper operation and code compliance
• Supervise Installation Technician I on assignments
• Travel to client sites with company vehicle to install and verify systems
• Perform electrical work including wiring, trenching, and cable routing

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

On-call availability

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Software House

Lenel

AMAG

S2

Milestone

Job description

Overview

Company Overview:

Job Description

What to expect as a Commercial Security Installation Technician II/ CWA Journeyman:

• Install, program and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise commercial clients (door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low voltage communication, electronic locks, point sensors, signaling devices, ect.)
• Troubleshoot new security installations to ensure the systems are functioning properly and satisfy codes
• Supervise Installation Technician I’s on a job as assigned by the Manager
• Drive to client sites with a company-issued vehicle to perform the system installation and confirm the system is operating effectively and meets contract requirements
• Run electrical wiring; related activities include drilling, trenching, and aerial runs.
• Responsible for the connection of control panels, application requirements, wire concealment, and security software installation.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned, such as job-site clean-up

What knowledge and skills are required:

• High School Degree, Vocational School or equivalent is required
• 2 to 3 years of experience in the physical security, fire alarm or low-voltage communication industry installing field devices, programming systems and managing small jobs
• Experience with any or all of the following is preferred: Software House, Lenel, AMAG, S2, Brivo, Milestone, Exacq, Axis, Bosch, Commend, DMP, Open Options, Notifier, Fluidmesh or ONSSI
• Possess or have the ability to obtain proper state licensing once hired (Low Voltage D license, Alarm Installer Lic. etc.)
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-based environment with minimum direction
• Good communication skills for effective interaction with internal & external customers
• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis
• Must be detail-oriented and organized
• Must possess a valid driver's license with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle.
• Ability to complete time entry from home on a daily basis via the Internet
• Ability to deliver product familiarization training to end-users

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• 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.
• Pay Range: $35/hr-$45/hr

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