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Security Service Technician

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Security Service Technician

Boston, Massachusetts Position: Type Full Time Req ID: 2025-1359743 Date posted: 03/28/2025
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Join Allied Universal® Technology Services, a global leader in transforming the security industry. We integrate advanced technology — video surveillance, electronic access control, alarm monitoring and augmented solutions with physical security to help people feel safe. Whether you’re an installation technician, service technician, engineer, or project manager, you’ll discover rewarding opportunities to grow your career as part of a valued team.

Apply today and be phenomenal—build a meaningful career while protecting what matters most through innovative security technology.

Allied Universal Technology Services® is hiring a Service Technician to drive our mission of being the world's most trusted service provider. The technician will perform service, maintenance, repair, and diagnostics on access control systems and IP-based video equipment, including electrified/non-electrified locks, card readers, IP/analog cameras, intercoms, video recorders, and wired/wireless systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Travel to commercial client sites to service, identify, repair, troubleshoot, and detect access control equipment and IP based video security systems. Including but not limited to:
    • Electrified/non-electrified locks, card readers, ancillary door devices
    • IP/analog cameras, head-end video recording devices
    • Wired/wireless systems and intercom systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues efficiently and effectively to ensure company compliance, standards and building codes, as well as company safety policies and procedures
  • Execute, document and track service-related issues through ServiceNowin accordance with Federal, State and local regulations
  • Interpret electrical schematics, CAD drawings and related documents for use in low-voltage applications
  • Provide phone and on-line remote diagnostic support with a high level of customer service to both internal and external clients
  • Collaborate and perform tasks with other internalteamsand clients as required

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 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 company-issued vehicle
  • Minimum of two (2) years of field experience in the electronic security industry
  • Possession of state-specific licensing or ability to obtain and hold license once hired
  • Proficient computer skills with the ability to quickly navigate and oversee the use of multiple systems and applications
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills to document and report important information with all levels of the organization
  • Ensure the completion of tasks and projects, both independently and as part of a team, to meet deadlines and contribute to the overall success of the organization
  • Available for scheduled “on-call” duties to respond to emergency service tickets/requests
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical and electronics aptitude
  • Ability to work with a variety of hand and power tools
  • Capable of lifting up to 50lbs and work on various ladder heights

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

  • Experience in the electronic security industry
  • Experience with any of the following: Software House, CCURE,Lenel, AMAG, S2, Brivo, Milestone, Exacqvision, Axis, Bosch, Commend, DMP, Open Options, Notifier, Fluidmesh or ONSSI

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.

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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: www.aus.com

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: www.aus.com/offices.

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Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Engineering
  • Vice President of Engineering
  • Engineering Manager
  • Solution Architect III /
    Solution Engineer III
  • Solution Architect II /
    Solution Engineer II
  • Solution Architect I /
    Solution Engineer I
  • CAD Technician
  • Technician
  • Vice President
  • Installation Director /
    Service Director
  • Installation Manager /
    Service Manager
  • Senior Application Engineer
  • Application Engineer
  • Installation Technician III /
    Senior Service Technician
  • Installation Technician II /
    Service Technician
  • Installation Technician I
  • Sales
  • Senior Vice President, Sales
  • Vice President of Sales
  • Director of Strategic Solutions /
    Director of Sales
  • Enterprise Account Manager
  • Senior Account Manager
  • Account Manager
  • Proposal Coordinator /
    Account Specialist
  • Project Management
  • Senior Vice President
  • Vice President
  • Director of Strategic Programs
  • Program Manager
  • Senior Project Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Superintendent
  • Project Coordinator
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As soon as I took an Installation Technician job with Allied Universal, I received training to help me succeed. I also really enjoy working with the Project Managers here.
- Brian M.

Rewards

From the time our Professional Security Guards are hired, Generally, excluding some clients and unions, employees are eligible for health and welfare benefits 1st of month following 60 days of employment. For 401(k) eligibility employees are eligible after 6 months of service.

  • Healthcare (Medical/Dental/ Vision)

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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