Alarm Detection Systems Careers
Our Mission, Vision, & Values
Mission
Making life more secure by protecting what matters.
Vision
A thriving company staying relevant in an evolving world.
Values
Doing the right thing for our employees, our customers, and the company.
Family-Owned and Operated
Why Work at ADS?
Culture
Alarm Detection Systems, Inc. (ADS) is a family-owned and operated company that has been in business for over 54 years. We are currently one of the largest privately owned security companies in the United States and are continuing to grow! Our diverse team works hard to make our customers feel like family while keeping them safe and secure. We believe in an inclusive and open environment for all our employees. We are a company that operates because of the people.
ADS encourages our employees to advance their security careers and make a difference. Over 300 professionals have been employed with ADS and have grown within our company over the past 15 years.
Our employees are like family, and we show our appreciation by giving back. We offer an extensive list of company benefits and provide multiple ways to recognize all of the hard work that our employees do for the company. We welcome everyone and work together as one team. You belong here!
A Commitment to Diversity
Alarm Detection Systems, Inc. is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences. At ADS, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them, support them, and thrive on them to the benefit of our employees, customers, and company. The United States is a burgeoningly diverse nation, and we ensure our company reflects that within our recruitment, internal growth, and how we treat our employees.
ADS is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We pride ourselves on providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or group protected by law.
The Hispanic/Latino Professionals Association previously listed Alarm Detection Systems, Inc. as one of America’s best employers in security services for Hispanics and Latinos. We take diversity seriously at all of our locations for the sake of our employees and the customers we protect. After all, a diverse workplace adds more perspectives, helps our community, and directly impacts our future.
Employee Testimonials
I have grown up at ADS. I came to ADS to change careers and leave the IT world. I was 25 and looking to learn new skills, and ADS gave me that opportunity. I was hired as an alarm re-programmer and trained by some excellent technicians that are still with the company. When my life changed again, I moved into the office in our call center, which was my most challenging job. From there, I returned to what I knew best and had a passion for IT.
ADS has allowed me to grow and has given me many opportunities. I have been given a chance to pave the way for new IT personnel as the company grows. ADS has been willing to develop my skills and those around me. We have gone from a single IT person to a team of six. ADS has created seven new department titles in IT. CIO, MIS Manager, IT Supervisor, System Administrator, Network Administrator, IT Specialist, Helpdesk. I am thankful for a company that values loyal, hard-working employees and creates opportunities for self-improvement and development.
I never wanted to work for a company that made me feel like just another number, and after 20 years, I can say that I am not just a number to ADS.
I enjoy working for Alarm Detection Systems as it has allowed me to further my career goals. At the same time, I finished graduate school, having started as a Fire Alarm Inspector Technician and currently in our accounting department.
This company has shown me that it fully invests in its employees and customers. In addition, ADS provides an outstanding work-life balance, and I am proud to work for an organization that is actively involved in its community. ADS has repeatedly proven to me that their genuine and passionate commitment to the customer, their employees, and overall excellence is unwavering. I'm proud to be part of a dedicated and driven team.
Working at Alarm Detection Systems for the past seven years has been a blessing. I have been able to grow personally and professionally. ADS allowed me to learn about different departments and travel to our Colorado branch. I am grateful to work for a company that treats its employees like family.
I have worked hand in hand with our ownership and management. We focus on delivering excellent customer service and are characterized by the passion we have to protect our customers. I am proud to be part of the ADS team or, better said, the ADS FAMILY!
Open Positions
Explore our current open positions to find the right career near you. Alarm Detection Systems, Inc. has open jobs perfect for professionals seeking a security, sales, customer service, or technical career. We currently have locations throughout Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, and Colorado.