Service Alarm Technician

Prime Partners; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck provided

Medical, dental, prescription, and (H

Vision benefits

Life, AD&D, and long-term disability

Paid vacation and holidays

Per diem for overnight travel

401(k) and IRA retirement savings

Job summary

Prime Partners is seeking experienced Alarm Technicians to support our Projects Team on multi-week commercial installations of fire, intrusion, and access control systems.

You'll travel 1–2 weeks at a time, with peak periods lasting 2–3 weeks, and work on large-scale projects across retail, office, warehouse, and industrial facilities, collaborating with crews to see installations through from start to finish.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as an Alarm Technician installing fire alarm, security, and access control systems.
• Experience with project-based installations on commercial environments.
• Familiarity with alarm panels from major manufacturers (listed).
• Ability to travel 1–3 weeks based on project demand.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems on commercial project sites
• Perform full system installations including panels, devices, field wiring, and end devices
• Pull, terminate, test, and label low-voltage cabling (18/2, Cat5e, Cat6, composite)
• Install control panels, keypads, mag locks, electric strikes, door contacts, motion sensors, sirens, and card readers
• Read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and project documentation
• Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning during project closeout
• Work collaboratively with project teams, leads, and site supervisors
• Maintain accurate installation documentation and daily work records
• Travel for extended project durations while maintaining tools, PPE, and safety standards

Skills

Alarm system installation

Project-based installations

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Driver's license

State licenses

Lift certification

Tools

Silent Knight panel

Fire-Lite panel

Notifier panel

Bosch panel

DSC panel

Honeywell panel

Job description

We are seeking experienced Alarm Technicians to support our Projects Team, focused on multi-week commercial installation and deployment work involving fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems.

This role supports a wide range of customer environments, including retail, office, warehouse, distribution center, and industrial facilities. Project work involves extended travel, typically 1–2 weeks at a time, with travel extending to 2–3 weeks during peak project periods.

This position is ideal for a project-oriented Alarm Technician who enjoys staying on larger jobs, working as part of a team, and seeing installations through from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Install and support fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, and access control systems on commercial project sites
• Perform full system installations including panels, devices, field wiring, and end devices
• Pull, terminate, test, and label low-voltage cabling (18/2, Cat5e, Cat6, composite)
• Install control panels, keypads, mag locks, electric strikes, door contacts, motion sensors, sirens, and card readers
• Read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and project documentation
• Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning during project closeout
• Work collaboratively with project teams, leads, and site supervisors
• Maintain accurate installation documentation and daily work records
• Travel for extended project durations while maintaining tools, PPE, and safety standards

Requirements

• Prior experience as an Alarm Technician installing fire alarm, security, and access control systems
• Strong background in project-based installations rather than short service calls
• Experience working in commercial environments including retail, office, warehouse, or industrial facilities
• Knowledge of alarm panels such as Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Notifier, Bosch, DSC, and Honeywell
• Ability to work away from home for 1–3 weeks at a time depending on project demand
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• State-required licenses where applicable
• Lift and confined space certifications are a plus

Benefits and Compensation

• Hourly rate: $20–$45/hour
• Pay based on experience, certifications, and location
• Company truck provided
• Company-paid medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits
• Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• MD Live and TriaHealth programs
• Company-matched 401(k) and IRA retirement savings
• Per diem paid for overnight travel

  Why Work With Us

  This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale national projects while gaining exposure to diverse environments, technologies, and teams. Technicians who succeed here enjoy consistent work, strong benefits, paid travel, and the ability to grow their skills while supporting complex commercial infrastructure projects across the country.