Security Installation Technician III

Allied Universal; Wyoming, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Commercial Security Installation Technician III to join our team in Michigan. You will install, program and configure advanced security systems for enterprise clients, including door access, CCTV, and intrusion solutions, while meeting codes and project deadlines.

The role requires 2–3 years of field experience with low voltage systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to lead teams on multiple medium to large jobs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years in physical security or low voltage installation with medium to large projects.
• Experience with security software and IP video solutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager with on-site scheduling and timely equipment delivery.
• Install, program and configure systems for enterprise clients (door access, CCTV, intrustion etc.).
• Troubleshoot installations to meet codes and functionality.
• Demonstrate core values and lead Installation Team members.
• Supervise multiple technicians and manage several jobs within hours and margin tolerances.
• Drive to client sites in company vehicle to verify operation and contract compliance.
• Install electrical wiring, panels, cables, and security devices.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned by manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Time management

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Software House

Lenel

AMAG

S2

Brivo

Milestone

Exacq

Axis

Bosch

Commend

DMP

Open Options

Notifier

Fluidmesh

ONSSI

Job description

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.

What to expect as a Commercial Security Installation Technician III:

• Assist the Project Manager regarding on-site scheduling of work activities and timely delivery of equipment
• Responsible for the connection of control panels, application requirements, wire concealment, and security software installation
  • 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 installations to ensure the systems are functioning properly and satisfy codes
• Demonstrate Allied Universal’s core values as a highly skilled leader on the Installation Team
• Supervise several teams comprised of Security Installation Technician I’s and II’s
• Manage several medium- to large-sized jobs simultaneously, doing so within approved hours and margin tolerances
• 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
• Installation of electrical wiring, panels, cables, and security devices
• Completes miscellaneous tasks as assigned by manager

What knowledge and skills are required:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the physical security, fire alarm or low voltage communication industry installing field devices, programming systems, and running medium- to large-sized jobs, are required
• 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 and 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 the 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
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Project)
• Ability and track record of successfully loading servers with third-party applications and deploying IP video solutions
• Possess general working knowledge of network architecture
• Overnight travel may be required on an as-need basis

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.

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