Traveling Alarm Technician

Prime Partners; Indiana; On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical, dental, vision

Life insurance & AD&D

401(k) and IRA plans

Hotel & per diem during travel

Paid vacation and holidays

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Prime Partners is seeking experienced Alarm Technicians for service and project work focusing on fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems on large commercial sites. This full-time role requires daytime work with regional travel of 2–4 weeks in a company vehicle after orientation.

Responsibilities include installation, testing, and maintenance of systems, plus documenting service calls and coordinating with end users and inspectors.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and servicing fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems.
• State low-voltage and alarm licenses where applicable.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical documents.
• Willingness to travel regionally for 2–4 weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Install and service fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems on large commercial sites.
• Program, test, and commission devices to ensure full functionality.
• Inspect, repair, and diagnose panel issues and wiring.
• Work from blueprints and site layouts to install complete systems.
• Maintain documentation of service calls and installations.
• Travel in company vehicle to job sites; uphold safety and PPE standards.

Skills

Fire alarm systems installation

Intrusion/Burglar systems

Access control systems

Low-voltage wiring

Reading blueprints/diagrams

Problem solving

Customer service mindset

Tools

Fire alarm panels (Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Notifier, Bosch, DSC, Honeywell)

Job description

We are currently seeking experienced Alarm Technicians for service and project work involving fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems, with a focus on fire alarm and intrusion installation on large commercial sites. This full-time role is primarily daytime work with regional travel of 2-4 weeks at a time in a company vehicle after orientation. Hotel and food per diem are provided while traveling. Ideal candidates are dependable, self-driven professionals who can work independently, solve problems in the field, and take pride in completing jobs with accuracy and attention to detail.

We provide long-term employment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, service, and maintain fire alarm, intrusion/burglar, and access control systems across large commercial environments, with a focus on fire alarm and intrusion device and cabling installation.
• Program and test devices, ensuring full system functionality and compliance with local codes.
• Perform inspections and repairs, including panel diagnostics, device replacements, and wiring corrections.
• Work from blueprints, riser diagrams, and site layouts to install complete systems.
• Pull, terminate, and label low-voltage wiring (18/2, Cat5e/Cat6, composite).
• Install control panels, keypads, magnetic locks, strikes, door contacts, motion sensors, sirens, and card readers.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and final commissioning with end users or inspectors.
• Keep accurate documentation of service calls, installations, and work performed.
• Drive company or personal vehicle to job sites, maintaining tools, PPE, and safety standards.

Requirements:

• Prior experience installing and servicing fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems.
• State-required low-voltage and alarm licenses (fire/burg/intrusion/security) where applicable.
• Knowledge of panels such as Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Notifier, Bosch, DSC, Honeywell, etc.
• Familiar with NFPA codes and ADA/fire/life safety compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Comfortable with regional travel of 2-4 weeks at a time in a company vehicle, with daytime work schedules.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a customer-service mindset.
• Must have PPE, basic hand tools, and either a company or reliable personal vehicle.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (past 3 years).
• Boom/scissor lift and confined space certifications are a plus.

Benefits Package Includes:

• $25-$45 hourly rate, dependent on experience and certifications.
• Fully paid medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid vacation time and holidays.
• Additional benefits including Teladoc, TriaHealth, and services for legal and identity theft protection.
• Company-matched 401(k) and IRA retirement plans.
• Hotel and food per diem provided for overnight travel.
• Reimbursement for travel time and mileage when using a personal vehicle.