Fire Alarm Technician

Midwest Alarm Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Training provided

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Midwest Alarm Services is seeking technicians to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and life safety systems in Cedar Rapids and surrounding areas. The role emphasizes high‑quality workmanship, documentation, and customer service.

Training is provided, with opportunities for career growth in a leading life safety company. You will handle testing, programming, and troubleshooting across notifier panels and related devices, while maintaining compliance with safety and company

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; electronics degree preferred.
• NICET II certification or the ability to obtain within 2 years.
• State licenses for security work may be required in some jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain commercial fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Test and verify operation per manufacturer specifications and ensure excellent customer service.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or tools.
• Complete daily paperwork and submit to the appropriate department.
• On-call as required; may oversee other technicians as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Electronics degree or related training

NICET II Certification within 2 years

Tools

Notifier

Simplex

EST

Video Surveillance/CCTV

Card Access systems

Nurse Call Systems

Job description

Cedar Rapids, IA, United States of America

$20.00 - $35.00

Overview

Midwest Alarm Services was founded in 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa. Per Mar Security Services acquired Midwest Alarm Services in 1998.Today, Midwest Alarm Services has15 locations throughout the Midwestand is one of the largest Notifier Distributors in North America. We are a leading life safety company dedicated to providing top-notch fire alarm and life safety solutions across multiple locations. With a strong commitment to protecting lives and property, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards in safety and compliance.

Our experts primarily work withcontractors, building owners, property managers, andfacilities directors to design and implement reliable life safety solutions.

Job Skills / Requirements

The purpose of this position is to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and other Life Safety systems.

Why you should work here:

• Wages are based on skill level, experience and certifications
• Company vehicle and cell phone
• Training and field experience is provided to assist you with achieving your goals!

What you’ll be doing:

• Service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Maintains compliance with company policies; consults with supervisor/management to ensure consistent corrective measures are taken and documentation completed
• Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly and in accordance to manufacturer's specifications and to ensure excellent customer service
• Use a multimeter for particular voltage and resistance readings and circuit analysis.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or programming tools
• Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (i.e. handle periodic oil changes, fueling, washing of vehicles, etc.)
• Complete proper paperwork and submit to the appropriate department on a daily basis.
• As this position develops, the employee may be assigned additional duties or special projects as deemed necessary by management
• On‑call as required
• May oversee other technicians as required

What you’ll need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Degree in Electronics (or 1-3 year’s related experience/training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must meet all proficiencies of a NICET Level II Technician and achieve NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment
• Must be able to obtain specified license/certifications to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates.
• Valid driver’s license and submit to pre-employment background check
• Must have ability to service Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar fire alarm systems; Video Surveillance/CCTV systems, Card Access systems and Nurse Call Systems.

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K/403b Plan, Educational Assistance

This job reports to the Operations Manager