Alarm System Installer – Entry Level

Best Defense; Waunakee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid training

Company vehicle and tools

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Best Defense Fire Protection & Security is seeking an entry-level Alarm System Installer to join our team in Wisconsin. You will learn to install code-compliant fire alarm and IP camera systems, starting as a helper and progressing to full installer. Expect hands-on training, tool usage, and growth opportunities on real job sites.

We offer a four-day work week, competitive pay, and strong benefits as you develop your skills and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical skill (electrical, auto, carpentry, data cabling) and safety minded.
• Comfortable using hand tools and power tools safely.
• Willingness to learn and follow code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install and support data cabling on active job sites.
• Run and dress cabling for fire alarm and security systems.
• Mount, label, and terminate devices and hardware.
• Learn the trade step-by-step and grow into a full installation role.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical skill

Willingness to learn

Comfort with hand tools and power工具

Tools

Tools

Job description

Alarm System Installer – Entry Level

Job Summary:

Work 4 days most weeks (yes, really). Learn a high-demand trade. Build a career you can be proud of.

If you like building things, using tools, and seeing the results of your work at the end of the day, you’ll fit right in. We’re looking for someone who wants to learn a new trade installing code-compliant fire alarm systems and IP camera systems. We’ll train the right person and support you as you level up from helper to full installer.

What you’ll do (aka your day-to-day):

• Install and support data cabling systems on active job sites.
• Run and dress cabling for fire alarm and security systems (neat work matters).
• Mount, label, and terminate devices and hardware.
• Learn the trade step-by-step and grow into a full installation role.

What growth can look like here:

• Start by learning tools, materials, and job-site basics alongside experienced techs.
• Build skills in cabling, device installs, and clean workmanship standards.
• Grow into running parts of installs, then full installation responsibilities as your skills increase.

What we’re looking for:

• Hands-on mechanical skill (personal, hobby, or professional): electrical, auto repair, carpentry, audio systems, data cabling, or similar.
• Comfortable using hand tools and power tools safely (this is a must)
• Mechanical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to follow directions and code requirements.
• Pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail (clean installs are the goal).

Benefits Include:

• Competitive wage
• Paid health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid training (we invest in your skills)
• Company vehicle and tools while on the job
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Real room to grow: pay increases and added responsibilities based on skill level.
• 4-day work week most weeks

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour

Best Defense Fire Protection & Security has served Southern Wisconsin for 32 years. If you’re ready to learn a trade with a solid future (and want a team that values good work), we’d like to meet you.

Job Type: Full-time

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

• In person