Security Installation Technician III

 

Main characteristics

Location

Portland, Maine

Company

Allied Universal® Technology Services

Industry

Security & Safety|Security

Job summary

Overview

When you join the Allied Universal® Technology Services, you are joining one of the fastest growing security systems integrators in North America. Build your career within a fast-paced, dynamic, and diverse environment that combines leading-edge technology solutions - electronic access control, video surveillance, alarm monitoring, emergency communications, robotics, drones, and other smart tech innovative solutions - with physical security solutions to safeguard our clients and our communities. We offer an array of opportunities - service technician jobs, installation technician jobs, security installation jobs, engineers, and project manager jobs to name a few. Start your career with us today! We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Job Description

What to expect as a Commercial Security Installation Technician III:

Assist the Project Manager regarding on-site scheduling of work activities and timely delivery of equipment

Responsible for the connection of control panels, application requirements, wire concealment, and security software installation
Install, program and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise commercial clients (door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low voltage communication, electronic locks, point sensors, signaling devices, ect. )

Troubleshoot new installations to ensure the systems are functioning properly and satisfy codes

Demonstrate Allied Universal's core values as a highly skilled leader on the Installation Team

Supervise several teams comprised of Security Installation Technician I's and II's

Manage several medium to large jobs simultaneously and doing so within approved hours and margin tolerances

Drive to client sites, with a company issued vehicle, to perform the system installation and confirm the system is operating effectively and meets contract requirements

Installation of electrical wiring, panels, cable and security devices

Completes miscellaneous tasks as assigned by manager

What knowledge and skills are required:

High School Degree or equivalent is required

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the physical security, fire alarm or low voltage communication industry installing field devices, programming systems, and running medium to large sized jobs required

Experience with any or all of the following preferred: Software House, Lenel, AMAG, S2, Brivo, Milestone, Exacq, Axis, Bosch, Commend, DMP, Open Options, Notifier, Fluidmesh or ONSSI

Possess or has the ability to obtain proper state licensing once hired (Low Voltage D license, Alarm Installer Lic. etc. )

Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast based environment with minimum direction

Good communication skills for effective interaction with internal & external customers

Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude

Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis

Must be detail-oriented and organized

Must possess a valid Driver's License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.

Ability to complete time entry from home on a daily basis via the Internet

Ability to deliver product familiarization training to end-users

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Project)

Ability and track record of successfully loading servers with 3rd party applications

Ability and track record of successfully deploying IP video solutions

Possess general working knowledge of network architecture

Overnight travel may be required on an as-need basis

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Enrollment in our company's 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements

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.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: (url removed)

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: (url removed)/offices.

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