Alarm / Security System Technician
Install, program, maintain, and repair security and fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.
At a Glance
Alarm / Security System Technician earns an average of $70,523/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 3.1–3.3 years. Top skills: Valid Driver's License, Fire Alarm Systems, Customer Service.
$70,523/yr
High school or GED
3.1–3.3 years
26
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Median Wage
$59,300/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+10.4%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (16)
Fire Alarm Systems
Security Systems
Access Controls
Alarm Devices
Good Driving Record
Lifting Ability
Intercom
Blueprinting
Hand Tools
Low Voltage
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Codes
Electrical Wiring
Power Tool Operation
Mechanical Aptitude
Engineering Drawings
Local Area Networks
Common Skills (11)
Customer Service
Communication
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Self-Motivation
Operations
Consulting
Rapport Building
Organizational Skills
Interpersonal Communications
Computer Literacy
Certifications (3)
Valid Driver's License
NICET Certification (National Institute For Certification In Engineering Technologies)
NICET Level II Certification
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