Alarm Technician

Manatal; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck provided

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Life Insurance

AD&D and Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) plan

Per diem

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Manatal is seeking experienced Alarm Technicians to support large-scale commercial installations across the country, focusing on multi-week deployments for fire, intrusion, and access control systems.

Ideal candidates install and support systems in retail, office, warehouse and industrial environments, with travel to project sites and collaboration with managers and crews to complete installations on time.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and supporting fire alarm, intrusion alarm, and access control systems in commercial environments.
• Proven ability to work on project-based deployments with travel.
• Knowledge of industry-standard alarm platforms (Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Notifier, Bosch, DSC, Honeywell).

Responsibilities

• Install and support fire alarm, intrusion alarm, and access control systems on commercial sites.
• Deploy full systems including panels, field devices, wiring, and end-user equipment.
• Maintain code compliance, quality standards, and customer satisfaction.
• Pull and test low-voltage cabling (18/2, Cat5e, Cat6).
• Read blueprints and project docs; perform testing and commissioning.

Skills

Alarm systems

Project installations

Troubleshooting

Communication

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Tools

Silent Knight

Fire-Lite

Notifier

Bosch

DSC

Honeywell

Job description

We are seeking experienced Alarm Technicians to join our growing Projects Team supporting large-scale commercial installations across the country. This role is focused on multi-week installation and deployment projects involving fire alarm, intrusion alarm, and access control technologies.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience to Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems in commercial environments such as retail facilities, warehouses, distribution centers, office buildings, and industrial sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for technicians who enjoy larger projects, travel-based work, and seeing complete installations through from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems on commercial project sites.
• Perform full system deployments including panels, field devices, wiring infrastructure, and end-user equipment.
• Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems while maintaining quality, code compliance, and customer standards.
• Pull, terminate, test, and label low-voltage cabling including 18/2, Cat5e, Cat6, and composite cable.
• Install control panels, keypads, mag locks, electric strikes, door contacts, motion sensors, card readers, and notification devices.
• Read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and project documentation.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, programming assistance, and commissioning activities.
• Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems during all phases of project execution and closeout.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, site supervisors, and installation teams.
• Maintain accurate project records, testing documentation, and daily reports.
• Travel for project assignments while adhering to company safety standards and PPE requirements.
• Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems while ensuring customer satisfaction and project completion timelines are achieved.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Alarm Technician with the ability to Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems in commercial environments.
• Strong background in project-based installations rather than service-only work.
• Experience working in retail, office, industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution facilities.
• Knowledge of industry-leading alarm platforms including Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Notifier, Bosch, DSC, Honeywell, and similar systems.
• Proven ability to Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems while working independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to travel away from home for 1-3 weeks at a time depending on project requirements.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• State-required alarm, security, or low-voltage licenses where applicable.
• Lift certifications, confined space training, or other safety certifications are a plus.

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly Pay: $20-$45/hour
• Compensation based on experience, certifications, licensing, and project scope
• Company truck provided
• Company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• MD Live and TriaHealth Programs
• Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Plans
• Overnight Travel Per Diem
• Mileage and Drive-Time Reimbursement When Applicable

Why Join Our Team?

Join a company that provides consistent project work, strong benefits, national travel opportunities, and long-term career growth. Our technicians are trusted to Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems on some of the most complex commercial infrastructure projects in the country.

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