SkillBridge Internship

Zohorecruit; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) or supplemental plan

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Allied Universal Technology Services is seeking Installation Technicians for a DoD SkillBridge Internship in Santa Ana, CA. You will install and configure electronic security systems, including access control, CCTV, and alarms, while ensuring safety and code compliance.

The role requires a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to travel across Southern California and beyond. NICET is a plus; training and mentorship are provided by Vets2PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years in physical security, fire alarm or low-voltage industry with field devices, programming and large jobs.
• NICET certification is a plus.
• Experience with access control, video management, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, program and configure electronic security systems for enterprise clients.
• Troubleshoot new security installations to ensure proper operation and code compliance.
• Supervise Installation Technician I on jobs as assigned.
• Drive to client sites with company vehicle and ensure system operates per contract.
• Run electrical wiring and cable management; connect panels and install security software.

Skills

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

On-call readiness

Detail-oriented

Time-entry from home

Training end-user

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET certification (plus)

Tools

Lenel/S2

Software House

AMAG

Brivo

Open Options

Avigilon

Genetec

Exacqvision

Milestone

ONSSI

Axis

American Dynamics

Eagle Eye

DMP

Bosch

Commend

Edwards

Notifier

Firelite

Job description

Santa Ana, United States | Posted on 07/16/2026

• Job Opening Status In-progress
• Date Opened 07/16/2026
• Industry Security and Surveillance
• Job Type SkillBridge Internship
• Experience Level (Recommended) Entry/Intermediate Level Job
• City Santa Ana
• State/Province California
• Country United States

Job Description

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Installation Technician SkillBridge Host Company: Allied Universal Technology Services SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC Location: Santa Ana, CA (and other locations: SEE BELOW)

Applicants mustbe active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualifyfor the DoD SkillBridge Program.

Cities: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Canton, Charleston, Charlotte, Chicago, City of Industry, Columbia, Dallas, Farmingdale, Fort Lauderdale, Grand Rapids, Greenville, Houston, Jacksonville, Livermore, Memphis, New Orleans, Oklahoma City, Pensacola, Pittsburgh, Portland, Puerto Rico, Raleigh, Richmond, Rochester, San Diego, Santa Ana, Seattle, Secaucus, Sunnyvale, Tampa, Washington, DC

Overview

When you join the Allied Universal® Technology Services, you are joining one of the fastest growing security systems integrators in North America. Build your career within a fast-paced, dynamic, and diverse environment that combines leading-edge technology solutions - electronic access control, video surveillance, alarm monitoring, emergency communications, robotics, drones, and other smart tech innovative solutions - with physical security solutions to safeguard our clients and our communities. We offer an array of opportunities - service technician jobs, installation technician jobs, security installation jobs, engineers, and project manager jobs to name a few. Start your career with us today! We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Job Description

Position Overview:

Allied Universal® Technology Services is looking to hireInstallation Technicians. TheInstallation Technicianwill 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. As anInstallation Technician, this person is expected to be a highly proactive and skilled individual and, at all times, maintain performance consistent with Allied Universal Technology Services' core values.

Requirements:

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.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
  
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the physical security, fire alarm or low voltage communication industry, including installing field devices, programming systems, and running medium- to large-sized jobs, are required
  
• NICET certification is a plus
  
• Experience with access control, video management, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems, or any of the following is preferred:
  • Lenel/S2, Software House, AMAG, Brivo, Open Options
    
  • Avigilon, Genetec, Exacqvision, Milestone, ONSSI, Axis, American Dynamics, and Eagle Eye
    
  • DMP, Bosch, and Commend
    
  • Edwards, Notifier, Firelite
    
• Must be able to travel and drive throughout Southern California and out of state, such as AZ, MN, UT, and CO, as needed
  

Scope of Work:

• 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, et cetera)
  
• 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 Installation 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
  

Qualifications:

• 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
  
• Ability to complete time entry from home on a daily basis via the Internet
  
• Ability to deliver product familiarization training to end-users
  

Benefits if hired after a SkillBridge Internship:

• $25 - 45 / hourly
  
• Company Vehicle and Gas Card
  
• 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 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

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[ NOTE: Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it isunderstood that no single candidate will have equalexpertise in all the areas of responsibility listed.Successful candidates will possess a compellingcombination of many of them and the self-awareness andwisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in thearea(s) where they lack personal mastery.]

Vets2PM Provides:

• Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridgeIntern Zoom Meetings.
• PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedInoptimization, and interview skills course.
• Other free resources, including an electronic copyof 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.

Other:

Not all internships include certificationtraining by Vets2PM, as many host companies includetheir own internship-focused training instead. Ifselected for an internship with Vets2PM please read yourapproval email, letter, and training plan to be sure youunderstand what is included in your internship.