Entry-Level Fire Alarm & Low-Voltage Technician

VSC Fire & Security; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Paid vacation and company holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) or FSA

Company paid life insurance

Company paid long term disability

Bonus for referring new employees

Parental leave for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

NICET certification test reimbursement

Training and advancement

All needed PPE provided

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security in Baltimore, Maryland seeks a Fire Alarm - Low Voltage Technician Trainee to assist in installation, service and inspection of integrated life-safety systems under supervision.

The role offers competitive pay ($19.00-$39.00 hourly, based on experience), excellent benefits, training opportunities and PPE; candidates should have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a readiness to learn about fire alarm, access control, CCTV and related technologies.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• Eagerness for professional development and growth.
• Ability to pass various background checks where required.
• Reliable transportation, valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle.
• Desirable: Experience in the construction or electrical industry.
• Competence in reading and interpreting electrical plans, drawings, schematics, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret instructions and directives as assigned by supervisor.
• Effectively communicate relevant project or service information to supervisor.
• Complete work in a timely manner as outlined by supervisor.
• Effectively communicate with others – including co-workers, supervisors, and job site personnel.
• Occasional use of computers, phones, email, copier and/or other office technology.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Exercise a modest level of independent judgment in to perform assigned duties.
• Understand and operate industry specific tools to make sure a system is installed and serviced properly.
• Assist with the installation, service, and inspection of integrated systems under the guidance of a supervisor.

Skills

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Growth mindset

Background checks

Driver's license

Construction/Electrical experience

Reading electrical diagrams

Job description

VSC Fire & Security in Baltimore, Maryland seeks a Fire Alarm - Low Voltage Technician Trainee to assist in installation, service and inspection of integrated life-safety systems under supervision.

The role offers competitive pay ($19.00-$39.00 hourly, based on experience), excellent benefits, training opportunities and PPE; candidates should have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a readiness to learn about fire alarm, access control, CCTV and related technologies.