What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alarm Technician position at Jobs via Dice?
Top Skills:
This position will report to the Alarms supervisor along with another system alarm technician to support the many life safety systems (Fire, Intrusion, CCTV, 24x7, 365 on call support), and working with Safety and Risk, as well as the local AHJ (Fire Marshal).
The candidate must have/be able to:
Responsibilities/Qualifications:
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong alarm technology knowledge and work experience
Project manage/work independently with minimal supervision
Good customer interaction skills
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job
Must pass a pre-employment background check
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check
High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Certification/Licensure: State of New Mexico ES-3J Journeyman Low Voltage Special Systems (under 50 volts)
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis
Applications need to include a complete professional work history with dates and hours worked
At a "minimum" this person needs to have an Electrical Low Voltage License Classification of ES-3J, and experience with:
Alarm industry knowledge in general, theoretical, hands on (all facets) 5 plus years
Fire alarm support - 5 years
Intrusion alarm support - 5 years
CCTV support - 5 years
Conditions of Employment:
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Albuquerque, NM.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Albuquerque,NM.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
- New Mexico ES-3J Journeyman License Highschool Diploma or GED (if no ES-3J, also look for E-98J)
- Fire alarms
- Alarm/System Experience - security & intrusion detection, access control, video surveillancefire alarms, and cabling
- Provide Own Tools, Ladder & Vehicle (while on contract) - low voltage hand tools, termination tools, drill set, car, 6-foot ladder, vehicle capable of carrying tools & ladder
- Driving is required, so drivers license is needed
This position will report to the Alarms supervisor along with another system alarm technician to support the many life safety systems (Fire, Intrusion, CCTV, 24x7, 365 on call support), and working with Safety and Risk, as well as the local AHJ (Fire Marshal).
The candidate must have/be able to:
- Strong alarm technology knowledge and work experience
- Project manage/work independently with minimal supervision
- Good customer interaction skills.
- Estimating, design for new, remodel and existing buildings for all life safety aspects
- Working security teams for safety or like incidents, and support of their operation
- Disaster recovery support with design, engineer, configuration and support, along with documentation
- Interfacing with vendors, carriers of telecommunications products, designs and support as needed
- Research and test all aspects of Life Safety components and systems
- Cherwell and Pinnacle interface, support as needed for IT Alarm support for trouble tickets, incidents and projects
- Review of budget, invoicing, expenses, tracking of products, use of the PCard process and audit ability
Responsibilities/Qualifications:
- On call support 24x7
- Funding modeling basic
- Security or other like committee representation
- Design, installation and maintenance of systems for life safety
- This is an on-site position, where the employee works entirely onsite.
- High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Certification/Licensure: State of New Mexico ES-3J Journeyman Low Voltage Special Systems (under 50 volts).
- Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong alarm technology knowledge and work experience
Project manage/work independently with minimal supervision
Good customer interaction skills
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job
Must pass a pre-employment background check
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check
High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Certification/Licensure: State of New Mexico ES-3J Journeyman Low Voltage Special Systems (under 50 volts)
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis
Applications need to include a complete professional work history with dates and hours worked
At a "minimum" this person needs to have an Electrical Low Voltage License Classification of ES-3J, and experience with:
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Access Control Systems
- Video Surveillance Systems
- Fire Alarm Systems
Alarm industry knowledge in general, theoretical, hands on (all facets) 5 plus years
Fire alarm support - 5 years
Intrusion alarm support - 5 years
CCTV support - 5 years
Conditions of Employment:
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Albuquerque, NM.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Albuquerque,NM.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $28 - $32