Security Installation Technician II

Allied Universal • Richmond, VA

3d • $25 - $35

About The Position

Allied Universal Technology Services is hiring a Security Installation Technician II to install, program, and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise clients. Systems may include door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low-voltage communication, electronic locks, point sensors, and signaling devices. The technician troubleshoots installations to ensure proper operation and code compliance, and may supervise Installation Technician I employees when assigned by the Installation Manager.

The position involves traveling to client sites in a company-issued vehicle, running electrical wiring, and performing related work such as drilling, trenching, and aerial runs. The technician connects control panels, addresses application requirements, conceals wiring, installs security software, confirms systems operate effectively and meet contract requirements, and completes other assigned tasks such as job-site cleanup. The technician may also provide product familiarization training to end users and is expected to be available for rotational on-call duty.

Requirements

• High school degree, vocational school education, or equivalent.
• Two to three years of experience in physical security, fire alarm, or low-voltage communication, including installing field devices, programming systems, and managing small jobs.
• Possess or be able to obtain the appropriate state license after hire, such as a Low Voltage D license or Alarm Installer license.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction.
• Good communication skills for effective interaction with internal and external customers.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Valid driver's license and at least one year of driving experience.
• Clean driving record: no major violations within the last 36 months, no more than one accident in the last 24 months, and no more than one minor moving violation in the last 24 months.
• Meet the minimum insurance level required by company policy and be able to safely operate a vehicle.
• Ability to complete daily time entry from home via the Internet.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with one or more of the following: Software House, Lenel, AMAG, S2, Brivo, Milestone, Exacq, Axis, Bosch, Commend, DMP, Open Options, Notifier, Fluidmesh, or ONSSI.
• Military veterans are encouraged to apply, particularly those with experience as an electronics technician or aviation technician.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise clients.
• Troubleshoot new installations to ensure systems function properly and satisfy applicable codes.
• Supervise Installation Technician I employees on a job when assigned by the Installation Manager.
• Drive a company-issued vehicle to client sites to install systems and confirm they operate effectively and meet contract requirements.
• Run electrical wiring and perform related activities, including drilling, trenching, and aerial runs.
• Connect control panels, address application requirements, conceal wiring, and install security software.
• Complete miscellaneous assigned tasks, including job-site cleanup.
• Deliver product familiarization training to end users.
• Complete daily time entry from home via the Internet.
• Be available for rotational on-call duty.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Eight paid holidays annually.
• Five sick days.
• Four personal days.
• Vacation accrued at 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED