Alarm Technician

Job Description

Job Description

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    We are currently seeking experienced Alarm Technicians for service and project work involving fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems. This full-time role includes travel within a 4-6 hour radius of your home base. Ideal candidates are dependable, self-driven professionals who can work independently, solve problems in the field, and take pride in completing jobs with accuracy and attention to detail.

    We provide long-term employment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

    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.

    Requirements:

    • 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.

    Benefits Package Includes:

    • $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, TriaHealth, 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.