Fire & Security Alarm Technician — On-Call

NORCOMM; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NORCOMM in Elmhurst, IL is seeking an Alarm Technician responsible for installing, programming, maintaining and repairing fire and police alarm systems in accordance with codes. You will drill, route wiring, test panels and batteries, and demonstrate systems to customers while explaining false alarm causes and prevention.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with electronics experience and be able to work on call in a 24x7 environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 3 years experience in electronic field; knowledge of electrical theory, circuitry and wiring; experience in fire alarm and call centers required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, write simple correspondence, and present information clearly.
• Must be able to work on call rotation in a 24x7 environment and drive a company vehicle with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Obtains pricing for materials.
• Examines systems to locate problems such as loose connections or damaged insulation.
• Installs, maintains, or repairs alarm systems following blueprints and electrical layouts.
• Tests and replaces backup batteries and checks system functionality.
• Demonstrates system operation to customers and explains false alarms and safeguards.
• Works in a 24x7 on-call rotation as required.

Skills

Customer Service

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Planning/Organization

Quality

Adaptability

Safety

Education

High school diploma with 3 years experience in electronic field

Tools

Electrical wiring

Fire alarm hardware

Job description

NORCOMM in Elmhurst, IL is seeking an Alarm Technician responsible for installing, programming, maintaining and repairing fire and police alarm systems in accordance with codes. You will drill, route wiring, test panels and batteries, and demonstrate systems to customers while explaining false alarm causes and prevention.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with electronics experience and be able to work on call in a 24x7 environment.