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Service Alarm Technician

Prime Partners


Job Location:

Lansing, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 August 2026 (2 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 12 weeks at a time with travel extending to 23 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 13 weeks at a time depending on project demand

Strong teamwork communication and problem-solving skills

Valid drivers 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

Drive time and mileage paid when using a personal vehicle for 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.