Fire Alarm Technician

Petoskeychamber; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

LTD insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

EPS work vehicle

Job summary

EPS Security is seeking an Installation Technician to learn the trade of alarm installation and become proficient in fire, intrusion, access control, and video surveillance systems in Michigan homes and businesses.

As part of our team, you will install systems, perform checks, train customers on operation, keep your vehicle organized, and complete paperwork promptly while advancing toward industry certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle report.
• Ability to work in Traverse City, MI without relocation.
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Install burglar alarm, fire alarm, card access, and video surveillance systems.
• Perform system checks to confirm signal verification.
• Instruct customers on system operation and functionality.
• Provide reliable, high-quality customer support.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked vehicle.
• Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.

Skills

Hand tools

Attention to safety

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

EPS Security is looking for talented individuals to join our team as a Installation Technician. We’ll pay you to learn the trade of alarm installation, and turn you into a fire alarm, intrusion alarm, access control, and video surveillance expert. Our technicians play an essential role in the safety of local communities, installing and programming security solutions in Michigan homes and businesses. EPS Technicians are trained to work on state‑of‑the‑art brands, such as First Alert®, DMP®, Digital Watchdog®, Notifier®, DSX®, and more. Are you looking for a rewarding and hands‑on career? Join our team!

Duties include but not limited to:

• Install burglar alarm, fire alarm, card access, and video surveillance systems.
• Perform system checks to confirm signal verification.
• Instruct customers on system operation and functionality.
• Providereliable, high-quality customer support.
• Maintain aclean, organized, and stocked vehicle.
• Complete all required paperworkin a timely manner.

Qualified candidates will possess

• High school diploma/GED
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle report
• Ability to work in Traverse City, Michigan, without relocation assistance
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous working experience in related electrical fields
• FAST or Journeymen licensed
• Full benefits package (Healthcare, dental, vision, Life, and LTD insurance)
• Competitive starting pay with annual merit raises
• 401(k) with company contributions
• EPS work vehicle, tool reimbursement & cell phone stipend
• Paid, on‑the‑job training for industry certifications in our EPS Training Center
• EPS Security work vehicle
• Paid time off & company holidays

About EPS Security

EPS Security is Michigan’s largest, family‑owned security provider. For more than 65 years, we’ve secured homes and businesses all across the Great Lakes state! What began as a local security company quickly developed into a state‑wide operation. Now, we occupy offices in four Michigan cities, employ more than 200 Michiganders, and secure 30,000+ satisfied customers. At EPS Security, our employees are the backbone of our safety operations. That’s why we are always searching for new talent to add to our teams!

A note to veterans: Nearly 25% of all EPS employees are Veterans of the armed forces. We’re proud to employ veterans and encourage your application!

EEO/ADA Statement

EPS Security is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

If you require ADA accommodation in the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team at (616)-459-0281.