Alarm Technician

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, service, and maintain fire alarm, intrusion/burglar, and access control systems across commercial environments.
• Program and test devices, ensuring full system functionality and compliance with local codes.
• Perform inspections and repairs, including panel diagnostics, device replacements, and wiring corrections.
• Work from blueprints, riser diagrams, and site layouts to install complete systems.
• Pull, terminate, and label low-voltage wiring (18/2, Cat5e/Cat6, composite).
• Install control panels, keypads, magnetic locks, strikes, door contacts, motion sensors, sirens, and card readers.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and final commissioning with end users or inspectors.
• Keep accurate documentation of service calls, installations, and work performed.
• Drive company or personal vehicle to job sites, maintaining tools, PPE, and safety standards.

• Prior experience installing and servicing fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems.
• State-required low-voltage and alarm licenses (fire/burg/intrusion/security) where applicable.
• Knowledge of panels such as Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Notifier, Bosch, DSC, Honeywell, etc.
• Familiar with NFPA codes and ADA/fire/life safety compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Comfortable with travel, occasional overnight stays, and varied schedules.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a customer-service mindset.
• Must have PPE, basic hand tools, and either a company or reliable personal vehicle.
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record (past 3 years).
• Boom/scissor lift and confined space certifications are a plus.

• $25-$45 hourly rate, dependent on experience and certifications.
• Fully paid medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid vacation time and holidays.
• Additional benefits including Teladoc, Tria Health, and services for legal and identity theft protection.
• Company-matched 401(k) and IRA retirement plans.
• Per-diem allowances for overnight travel.
• Reimbursement for travel time and mileage when using a personal vehicle.

This is a long-established, family-owned provider of nationwide technology and infrastructure solutions. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a commitment to high-quality service delivery, this team supports commercial and industrial clients in areas including electrical, data, security, communications, and automation systems.

All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran status.