Application Specialist II

Allied Universal • Lombard, IL

1d • $38 - $50

About The Position

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. Allied Universal® is hiring an Application Specialist. The Application Specialist will program and set up access control systems, Video Management (CCTV/NVR) and intrusion detections systems and associated supporting hardware. CCURE, S2, Lenel, Avigilon, Salient, Exacq, AMAG, Milestone and Genetec Certifications are a plus!

Requirements

• High school diploma, vocational diploma, or equivalency (e.g., GED)
• Ability to obtain PERC Card or active PERC Card preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the physical security industry installing field devices
• Good oral and written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to deliver product familiarization training to end-users
• Quality assurance skills; able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; seek ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality
• Able to meet productivity standards; complete work in timely manner; strive to increase productivity; work quickly and efficiently
• Safety and security assurance; observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly
• Adaptability - able to adapt to changes in the work environment; manage competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Dependability - follow instructions, respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; commitment to reaching goals
• Initiative - volunteer readily; undertakes self-development activities; seek increased responsibilities; take independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offer help when needed

Nice To Haves

• CCURE, S2, Lenel, Avigilon, Salient, Exacq, AMAG, Milestone and Genetec Certifications are a plus!

Responsibilities

• Installs, supports and troubleshoots software working with the installation team.
• Administration and programing of Access Control and Video Management application(s)
• Program systems utilizing labeling methodology, system wiring and system programming sheets
• Provide technical expertise in development and execution Access Control and Video Management
• Interact and communicate effectively with client and internal teams

Benefits

• Salary range: $38 - $50 hourly
• 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 offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly.
• Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees