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Alarm Technician

Prime Partners


Job Location:

Lansing, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 August 2026 (16 days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 drivers 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.