Alarm Technician

Hi-Tech Communications, Inc; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hi-Tech Communications, Inc. in Sikeston, MO, seeks an Alarm Technician to install, maintain, and repair fire alarms, security systems, intercoms, and audio/visual equipment in commercial and institutional settings.

This full-time, on-site role requires reading drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications to ensure safe, reliable operation. You will perform inspections and preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, document work, and collaborate with other technicians and project teams while

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose electrical and system faults and implement fixes.
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong communication and reliability on customer sites.
• Licensure or certification as required by local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and low-voltage systems.
• Read drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Document work performed and ensure safety compliance.
• Collaborate with technicians and project teams on sites.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Read blueprints and wiring diagrams

Communication skills

Reliability

Travel to customer sites

Education

Technical cert in electrical/electronics/low-voltage

State/local licensure

Tools

Electrical test instruments

Low-voltage devices/tools

Panels and controls

Job description

Company Description

Hi-Tech Communications, Inc., established in 1996, is a locally owned and operated leader in low-voltage technology solutions across the Mid-South region. The company designs, installs, and services a wide range of systems, including nurse call, fire and life safety, security, intercom, professional audio/video/lighting, IP surveillance, IT and network services, and commercial automation. Through strategic acquisitions, Hi-Tech has built the largest and most comprehensive technology service provider between St. Louis and Memphis, supported by a team of sales, design, administrative professionals, and experienced technicians. The organization is committed to industry excellence, offering training beyond state standards and turn-key solutions that conserve customer resources while emphasizing professional performance and customer satisfaction.

Role Description

The Alarm Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Sikeston, MO. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical and low-voltage systems, including fire alarms, security systems, intercoms, and audio/visual equipment in commercial and institutional settings. Day-to-day tasks include reading and interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications; performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance; and diagnosing and resolving electrical and system issues to ensure safe and reliable operation. The Electrical Technician will collaborate with other technicians and project teams, document work performed, adhere to safety and regulatory standards, and interact professionally with customers while representing Hi-Tech Communications, Inc. on job sites.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform Electrical Maintenance on a variety of low-voltage and related systems, including routine inspections, repairs, and upgrades.
• Solid understanding of Electricity fundamentals and safe work practices in commercial and institutional environments.
• Strong Troubleshooting skills for diagnosing electrical and system faults, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions.
• Familiarity with Electrical Engineering principles as they apply to system design, wiring layouts, and component selection.
• Experience working with Electrical Equipment such as panels, controls, test instruments, and low-voltage devices.
• Relevant technical training or certification in electrical, electronics, or low-voltage systems; licensure as required by local or state regulations.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and to follow industry codes and safety standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA).
• Effective communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a project team.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites within the region as needed.