Security Installation Technician III

Allied Universal • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Allied Universal Technology Services is seeking a Commercial Security Installation Technician III to install and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise clients. The technician connects and programs control panels, installs security software, conceals wiring, and installs electrical wiring, panels, cables, and security devices. Systems may include door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low-voltage communications, electronic locks, point sensors, and signaling devices.

This role supports on-site scheduling and equipment delivery in coordination with the Project Manager, troubleshoots installations to confirm systems operate properly and satisfy applicable codes and contract requirements, and demonstrates leadership on the Installation Team. The technician supervises teams of Security Installation Technician I and II employees and manages several medium- to large-sized jobs at once within approved hours and margin tolerances. The role involves driving a company-issued vehicle to client sites, delivering product familiarization training to end users, completing daily time entry from home via the Internet, and being available for rotational on-call duty. Overnight travel may be required as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in physical security, fire alarm, or low-voltage communication, including installing field devices, programming systems, and running medium- to large-sized jobs.
• Possess or be able to obtain applicable state licensing 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.
• Ability to be on call on a rotational basis.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience; clean driving record under the stated company criteria, minimum insurance as required by company policy, and ability to safely operate a vehicle.
• Ability to complete time entry from home daily via the Internet.
• Ability to deliver product familiarization training to end users.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Project.
• Ability and track record of successfully loading servers with third-party applications and deploying IP video solutions.
• General working knowledge of network architecture.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with on-site scheduling of work activities and timely equipment delivery.
• Connect control panels and handle application requirements, wire concealment, and security software installation.
• Install, program, and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise clients.
• Troubleshoot new installations to ensure systems function properly and satisfy codes.
• Demonstrate Allied Universal’s core values as a highly skilled leader on the Installation Team.
• Supervise several teams of Security Installation Technician I and II employees.
• Manage several medium- to large-sized jobs simultaneously within approved hours and margin tolerances.
• Drive a company-issued vehicle to client sites to install systems and confirm they operate effectively and meet contract requirements.
• Install electrical wiring, panels, cables, and security devices.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the manager.
• Deliver product familiarization training to end users.
• Complete daily time entry from home via the Internet.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Eight paid holidays annually.
• Five sick days and 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: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED