CWA Apprentice

Company Overview:

What to expect as a Commercial Security Installation Technician II/ CWA Journeyman:

• 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 security installations to ensure the systems are functioning properly and satisfy codes
• Supervise Installation Technician I’s on a job as assigned by the Manager
• 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
• Run electrical wiring; related activities include drilling, trenching, and aerial runs.
• Responsible for the connection of control panels, application requirements, wire concealment, and security software installation.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned, such as job-site clean-up

What knowledge and skills are required:

• High School Degree, Vocational School or equivalent is required
• 2 to 3 years of experience in the physical security, fire alarm or low-voltage communication industry installing field devices, programming systems and managing small jobs
• Experience with any or all of the following is preferred:
  Software House, Lenel, AMAG, S2, Brivo, Milestone, Exacq, Axis, Bosch, Commend, DMP, Open Options, Notifier, Fluidmesh or ONSSI
• Possess or have 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.
• Ability to complete time entry from home on a daily basis via the Internet
• Ability to deliver product familiarization training to end-users

• Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time is offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
• Pay Range: $35/hr-$45/hr

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: