Field Technician Electronic Security

Alarm Systems; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and 401(k) Matching

Dental insurance - available

Health insurance - available

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Alarm Systems is seeking a full-time low voltage alarm/security technician to diagnose, install, and service alarm, intrustion, and fire systems on customer sites. You will configure access control, CCTV/IP cameras, and NVR systems while ensuring safety and high-quality workmanship.

The role requires physical work, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, read blueprints, and travel as needed. A valid license and background check are prerequisites. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Electronic Security or related low voltage fields.
• Must pass background check.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair alarm, intrusion, and fire systems.
• Install and configure access control systems.
• Install and service CCTV/IP cameras and NVRs.
• Readjust, repair, or replace equipment and test operation.
• Travel overnight as needed to install, repair, and test equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on systems.
• Run and terminate low-voltage cable.
• Identify risks to customers and provide effective solutions.
• Respond to service calls and maintenance visits.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Blueprint reading

Lifting 50+ lbs

Education

Industry certifications accepted

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Our innovative and growing company is seeking candidates to join our team for a low voltage alarm/security technician! To join our team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications below.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair alarm/intrusion and fire systems.
• Install, troubleshoot and configure Access Control Systems.
• Installing and repairing CCTV & IP based Camera Systems & NVR's.
• Readjust equipment, repair, or replace equipment and test for operation.
• Ability to travel overnight for consecutive days as needed to repair, fix, install, and test equipment.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on systems.
• Run and terminate low voltage cable.
• Identify risk to customers and provide effective solutions.
• Respond to customer service calls and perform scheduled maintenance calls.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the Electronic Security Industry, Data/Network Cabling, or other related low voltage fields is preferred.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Ability to handle physical workload.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds or more, climb ladders, pull wire.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, architectural, mechanical, and electrical documents is preferred.

The starting wage in this ad is reflective of minimum wage - Pay is commensurate with experience and will be discussed during the job offer & interview phase.

Job Type: Full-time

Wage: From $24.00 per hour based on experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k) and 401(k) Matching
• Dental insurance - available
• Health insurance - available
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday - 1st Shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Experience:

• Electronic Security: 2 years (Preferred)
• Existing industry-related certifications accepted.
• Data/Network Cabling, or other related low voltage fields also excepted.

Valid Drivers License and the ability to be insured.

Must pass a standard background check.

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)