Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician

Yellowstone Electric Co; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Pension and NEBF retirement benefits

Personal Care Account contributions

Company vehicle for approved work

Travel incentives and on-call pay

Training and certification

Job summary

Montana Wyoming Systems, a division of Yellowstone Electric, is seeking a Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician to install and service a range of low-voltage systems across Montana and Wyoming. You will install and commission fire alarm and security systems, troubleshoot issues, read plans, and ensure compliance with codes.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience, NICET II or pursuing it, and are willing to obtain Montana licensing. A four-day work week and strong benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of experience installing, servicing, or troubleshooting low-voltage systems.
• NICET II or working toward it is preferred.
• Montana Fire Alarm license within 30 days is required or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission fire alarm, security, and other low-voltage systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair systems to protect customers.
• Perform inspections, testing, and certifications to code.
• Read plans and ensure installations meet code requirements.
• Mentor apprentices and help develop their skills.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to keep projects on schedule.
• Deliver high-quality work with excellent customer service.

Skills

Fire Alarm systems

Access Control

Video Surveillance (CCTV)

Nurse Call

Wander Guard

Low Voltage Troubleshooting

Education

NICET Level II certification (or working toward it)

Montana State Fire Alarm License within 30 days

Job description

Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician

Montana Wyoming Systems | A Division of Yellowstone Electric

Build Systems That Protect People.

Are you someone who enjoys solving problems, working with your hands, and taking pride in installing systems that protect people and property?

Do you have two or more years of experience installing, servicing, or troubleshooting low-voltage systems?

Have you worked with systems such as:

• Fire Alarm
• Access Control
• Video Surveillance (CCTV)
• Nurse Call
• Wander Guard
• Low Voltage General Troubleshooting

Are you NICET Level II certified (or working toward it)?

Are you able to obtain your Montana State Fire Alarm License within 30 days of hire?

Do you have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record?

Are you comfortable traveling overnight when projects require it?

Can you pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening?

Would you enjoy working alongside skilled tradespeople as part of an IBEW union contractor?

If you answered "yes" to most of these questions, we'd love to talk with you.

What Will You Be Doing?

Can you see yourself...

• Installing and commissioning fire alarm, security, and other low-voltage systems?
• Troubleshooting and repairing systems to keep customers protected?
• Performing inspections, testing, and certifications?
• Reading plans and ensuring every installation meets code?
• Mentoring apprentices and helping them develop their skills?
• Working closely with Project Managers to keep projects on schedule?
• Taking pride in delivering high-quality work while providing excellent customer service?

If so, you'll fit right in.

Why Do Our Technicians Stay?

Would you appreciate...

• A four-day work week (Monday–Thursday)
• Competitive pay based on your experience
• Family health insurance
• Pension and NEBF retirement benefits
• Personal Care Account contributions
• Company vehicle for approved work
• Travel incentives and on-call pay
• A company that values quality workmanship and safety
• Opportunities to build your career with ongoing training and certification

About Us

Montana Wyoming Systems is a division of Yellowstone Electric specializing in the installation, service, and testing of commercial low-voltage systems throughout Montana and Wyoming. We take pride in delivering dependable life safety and security solutions while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer service. We're proud of the team we've built, and many of our employees have chosen to make Montana Wyoming Systems their long-term career. As an IBEW union contractor, we offer excellent wages, outstanding benefits, retirement security, and the opportunity to build a career with one of the most respected organizations in the electrical industry.

Ready to Join Our Team?

We're looking for experienced technicians who want to build a career with a company that values quality work, treats its employees with respect, and backs that up with outstanding benefits and a strong team culture.

Yellowstone Electric Co requires a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening as well as a pre-employment driving background check.