What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm & Access Control Field Technician (Low Voltage) position at C.M. Armitage Electrical Contracting?
Day in the life at C.M. Armitage, Inc.
Start your morning with an organized dispatch, a clear plan, and a predictable weekday schedule. As a Low Voltage field professional serving Rochester and the surrounding areas, you’ll move from rough-in to final commissioning—bringing life-safety, access control, and security systems online with precision. You’ll collaborate with project managers and forepersons, keep customers informed, and close the day with well-documented service notes—all within a professional, safety-first culture.
Why you’ll like working here
- Steady workload with long-term opportunity—this isn’t a short-term assignment
- Established local contractor with consistent Low Voltage demand
- Predictable weekday schedule and organized dispatch with realistic workloads
- Professional, safety-first culture and supportive team
- Career longevity with a stable company
Core work you’ll do
- Install, terminate, and test low-voltage systems, including fire alarm, access control, security/CCTV, intercom, and structured cabling
- Execute work across all phases—from rough-in to trim-out and final commissioning
- Read and interpret blueprints, risers, schematics, and project plans
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair system issues in the field
- Complete service calls and documentation accurately and on time
- Communicate effectively with project managers, foremen, and customers
- Follow company safety protocols and jobsite requirements without exception
What you bring
- 4 years of low-voltage experience (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of wiring methods, circuits, and system components
- Hands-on experience with low-voltage cabling types and installation techniques
- Ability to read blueprints/schematics and translate them into field execution
- Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Valid NYS driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Able to lift up to 75 lbs and work safely from ladders
- Reliable, professional, and team-oriented work style
Compensation and benefits
Pay: $18.00 - $38.00 per hour
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Company vehicle (for qualified candidates/roles)
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Long-term career growth with a stable local company
- Additional benefits: 401(k) matching, life insurance, on-the-job training, vision insurance, dental insurance, health insurance
Work details
- Full-time position
- In-person / field-based work
- Work throughout Rochester and surrounding areas
- Work Location: In person
Preferred proficiencies
- Low Voltage Cabling Installation
- Access Control Systems
Salary : $18 - $38