Security Installation Technician III

Allied Universal • Wilmington, MA

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About The Position

Allied Universal Technology Services is seeking a Security Installation Technician III to install and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise clients. The role includes coordinating with the Project Manager on job-site schedules and equipment delivery, connecting and programming control panels, installing wiring and devices, and troubleshooting systems to confirm they operate properly and meet applicable codes and contract requirements. The technician serves as a skilled leader on the Installation Team, supervises teams of Security Installation Technicians I and II, and manages multiple medium- to large-sized projects within approved hours and margin tolerances. Work includes travel to client sites in a company-issued vehicle, on-call rotation, and potentially overnight travel as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in physical security, fire alarm, or low-voltage communications, including installing field devices, programming systems, and running medium- to large-sized jobs.
• Possess or be able to obtain appropriate 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.
• 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 company-required minimum insurance coverage and safely operate a vehicle.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Demonstrated ability and track record of 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 delivery of equipment.
• Connect control panels; address application requirements and wire concealment; and install security software.
• Install, program, and configure commercial electronic security systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low-voltage communications, electronic locks, point sensors, and signaling devices.
• Troubleshoot new installations to ensure systems function properly and satisfy codes.
• Demonstrate the company’s core values as a 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 to client sites in a company-issued vehicle 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.
• Be available for on-call duty on a rotational basis.
• Complete daily time entry from home via the Internet.
• Deliver product familiarization training to end users.
• Load servers with third-party applications and deploy IP video solutions.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Basic life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• 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: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED