Low Voltage Technician (Security/life Safety)

TEKsystems; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems seeks a mid-level to experienced technician to install, program, test, and service electronic security and life safety systems across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Hands-on wiring and system commissioning are common tasks, with NICET Fire Alarm certification and platform experience valued.

The role is fully onsite in Urbandale, IA, with a permanent hire status and a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• NICET Fire Alarm certification preferred and hands-on low-voltage experience.
• Experience with fire alarm systems installation, testing and commissioning.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot security systems with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, test, troubleshoot and service electronic security and life safety systems.
• Provide customer support and work on residential, commercial, and industrial sites.

Skills

Low voltage

Installation

Electrical troubleshooting

Fire alarm systems

Security systems installation

Education

NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I certification or higher preferred

Tools

DMP

Resideo

PDK

OpenEye

Job description

Description

Install, program, test, troubleshoot, and service electronic security and life safety systems including fire alarms, burglar alarms, CCTV/video surveillance, and access control systems in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with low-voltage wiring, system commissioning, alarm programming, and customer support. Candidates with NICET Fire Alarm certification and experience with DMP, Resideo, PDK, or OpenEye platforms are highly preferred. This role is best suited for a mid-level or experienced technician capable of working independently and handling installations and service work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Low voltage, installation, electrical troubleshooting, fire alarm systems, security systems installation, Honeywell, access control, system programming

Top Skills Details

• Low voltage
• Installation
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Fire alarm systems
• Security systems installation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I certification or higher preferred
• Experience with any of the following platforms:
  • DMP (Digital Monitoring Products)
  • Resideo
  • PDK (Prodatakey)
  • OpenEye

Experience Level

Intermediate to Advanced

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Urbandale, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Company benefits for Per Mar Security

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Urbandale,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity.

We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia.

As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership.

TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology.

We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities.

TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team.

By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.