Fire Alarm and Access Control Integration Specialist

JARBO; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JARBO is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Technician to installation, service, and upgrades for commercial fire alarm, access control, intrusion, and IP video systems. You’ll perform panel programming, device testing, and full system commissioning prior to turnover.

On‑site work includes low‑voltage cabling, blueprint interpretation, and collaboration with project teams. Expect 20–30% regional travel, day schedules, and strict adherence to NFPA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation and commissioning of fire alarm and access control systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, site maps, and electrical drawings.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 and NFPA 72.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Installation, service, and upgrades for commercial fire alarm, access control, intrusion, and IP video systems.
• Panel programming, device testing, and full system commissioning prior to customer turnover.
• Access control deployment: readers, door contacts, REX, strikes, maglocks, panels, and networked controllers.
• IP video/CCTV setup and troubleshooting, including camera placement and VMS configuration.
• Low‑voltage cable work: pulling, routing, terminating, labeling, and verification testing.
• On‑site and remote technical escalation support.
• Documentation and adherence to safety codes and standards.

Skills

Low-voltage wiring

System commissioning

Blueprint reading

Access control

IP video / CCTV

Education

NICET certification preferred

Life Safety/Fire Alarm license (state)

Manufacturer certifications advantageous

Tools

LenelS2

Genetec

Software House / C-CURE

HID / Brivo / AMAG

Job description

Quick questions to see if this fits youHave you installed and programmed commercial fire alarm control panels and verified operation to NFPA 72?Can you mount card readers, align door contacts, configure REX devices, and wire strikes/maglocks with confidence?Do you troubleshoot communications, wiring, and programming issues across fire, intrusion, and IP video/CCTV systems?Are you comfortable pulling, terminating, labeling, and testing low‑voltage cabling—plus doing concrete drilling and limited conduit bending?Can you read blueprints and electrical layouts, commission systems, and document work precisely?Are you open to approximately 20–30% regional travel with a primarily daytime schedule and occasional off‑shift work?If you answered yes, this role will feel like home.What You’ll OwnInstallation, service, and upgrades for commercial fire alarm, access control, intrusion, and IP video systemsPanel programming, device testing, and full system commissioning prior to customer turnoverAccess control deployment: readers, door contacts, REX, strikes, maglocks, panels, and networked controllersIP video/CCTV setup and troubleshooting, including camera placement and VMS configurationLow‑voltage cable work: pulling, routing, terminating, labeling, and verification testingCable pathway work including concrete drilling and limited conduit bendingTroubleshooting of wiring, programming, communications, and equipment across new and existing systemsInterpretation of blueprints, site maps, wiring diagrams, and electrical drawingsOn‑site and remote technical escalation supportCollaboration with Installation Team Leads and Project Managers on schedules, materials, and milestonesAccurate documentation and adherence to all applicable local, state, federal, electrical, fire, and life‑safety codes; OSHA, company, and customer safety complianceWhat Helps You SucceedCommercial experience in one or more: fire alarm, access control, intrusion, IP video/CCTV, or related low‑voltage systemsAbility to work independently at customer sites and communicate clearly with stakeholdersKnowledge of low‑voltage wiring, terminations, devices, control panels, and system communicationsFamiliarity with NFPA 70 and NFPA 72Comfort using meters, hand/power tools, and lifts (work heights ~20–60 feet)Proficiency with smartphones, laptops, email, spreadsheets, and electronic work‑management toolsValid driver’s license meeting company standards; reliable transportation during initial training prior to receiving a company vehicleBasic PPE and technician tool setCredentialsNICET strongly preferredState Life Safety/Fire Alarm/Physical Security license as required by scope and locationManufacturer certifications are advantageousDon’t have every preferred credential? Strong, hands‑on commercial experience counts—please apply.Platforms You May TouchFire Alarm: Notifier, Fire‑Lite, Simplex, EST/Edwards, Siemens, Gamewell‑FCI, Silent Knight, Honeywell, Bosch, or similarAccess Control / Security: LenelS2, Genetec, Software House/C•CURE, Avigilon, AMAG, Brivo, DMP, Honeywell, Bosch, HID, or similarDepth on one brand isn’t mandatory—transferable low‑voltage, life‑safety, and security skills are highly valued.Travel & ScheduleApproximately 20–30% travel; primarily local/regional with occasional overnightsDay shift around 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; some nights/weekends/off‑shift work per customer/project needsActive commercial job sitesWho Should ApplyFire Alarm Technician | Fire Alarm Service Technician | Security Systems Technician | Electronic Security Technician | Access Control Technician | Life Safety Technician | Alarm Technician | Low Voltage Technician | Field Service TechnicianIdeal for techs ready to move beyond basic cable pulls and into system‑level troubleshooting, programming, and commissioning.Why You’ll Like It HereWork across fire alarm, access control, intrusion, IP video, networking, and integrated security—balancing new installations with service and testing.Your Proven StrengthsElectrical InstallationElectrical TroubleshootingNational Electrical Code (NEC)Electrical / Electronic SystemsField Service ReadinessLow Voltage Cabling InstallationAccess Control SystemsVideo Surveillance (CCTV)Blueprint Reading