Security Installation Technician III

Allied Universal•Monroe, LA

About The Position

Allied Universal Technology Services is hiring a Security Installation Technician III to install, program, configure, and troubleshoot commercial electronic security systems for enterprise commercial clients. The role includes coordinating on-site scheduling and equipment delivery with the Project Manager, connecting control panels, installing security software, concealing wire, and installing electrical wiring, panels, cables, and security devices. The technician drives a company-issued vehicle to client sites and verifies that systems operate effectively and meet code and contract requirements. This position serves as a highly skilled leader on the Installation Team, supervising multiple teams of Security Installation Technician I and II employees and managing several medium- to large-sized jobs at the same time within approved hours and margin tolerances. The technician may also deliver product familiarization training to end users, complete daily time entry from home via the Internet, and perform other tasks assigned by a manager. Rotational on-call availability and overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 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.
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, with a clean driving record as defined in the posting, required insurance coverage under company policy, and ability to safely operate a vehicle.
Ability to complete daily time entry from home via the Internet.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
Track record and ability to load servers with third-party applications and deploy IP video solutions.
General working knowledge of network architecture.
Overnight travel may be required as needed.

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 and handle application requirements, wire concealment, and security software installation.
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 confirm proper operation and code compliance.
Demonstrate company core values as a highly skilled leader on the Installation Team.
Supervise multiple 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 effective operation and compliance with contract requirements.
Install electrical wiring, panels, cables, and security devices.
Deliver product familiarization training to end users.
Complete daily time entry from home using the Internet.
Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned by a manager.