Experienced Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician

About the Company

OpSec Consulting is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm and Low Voltage Technician to join our growing low-voltage division. Fire alarm experience is the primary focus of this position. We are looking for someone who understands commercial fire alarm systems beyond pulling cable and mounting devices. The right candidate should be able to troubleshoot problems logically, identify the cause of system troubles, explain what was found, and complete repairs correctly. Our low-voltage division installs, services, troubleshoots, and upgrades systems in healthcare facilities, schools, religious organizations, offices, and other commercial properties. This is a field-based position operating from our Lakewood, New Jersey area and traveling to customer locations throughout New Jersey and surrounding areas as needed.

About the Role

A short paragraph summarizing the key role responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, troubleshoot, test, and repair commercial fire alarm systems
• Diagnose ground faults, open circuits, shorts, communication failures, power problems, and device issues
• Troubleshoot initiating-device circuits, signaling-line circuits, and notification-appliance circuits
• Install and replace smoke detectors, heat detectors, pull stations, horn/strobes, strobes, modules, relays, power supplies, and related equipment
• Read fire alarm plans, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer documentation
• Perform system additions, upgrades, device replacements, and corrective repairs
• Assist with fire alarm inspections, testing, and documentation
• Work in occupied healthcare, educational, institutional, and commercial facilities
• Clearly document work performed, problems identified, materials used, and recommended next steps
• Communicate professionally with customers, project managers, inspectors, and other technicians
• Assist with additional low-voltage systems when needed

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience installing and servicing commercial fire alarm systems
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot fire alarm problems independently
• Understanding of addressable and conventional fire alarm devices and circuits
• Ability to properly use a multimeter and other troubleshooting equipment
• Ability to read drawings, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Ability to identify problems rather than simply replace parts until something works
• Experience completing clean, organized, and professional installations
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to use ladders, lift equipment, pull cable, and perform normal fieldwork
• Authorization to work in the United States

Required Skills

• Experience with the following systems is highly valuable:
• Access control
• Video surveillance and camera analytics
• Nurse call systems
• Wander-management systems
• Delayed-egress systems
• Panic and lockdown systems
• Structured cabling
• Fiber-optic cabling
• Intercom and paging systems
• Network infrastructure
• Audiovisual systems

Preferred Skills

• NICET certification
• Five or more years of relevant field experience
• Experience programming or commissioning addressable fire alarm panels
• Manufacturer certifications or training
• Knowledge of applicable NFPA and fire alarm requirements
• Experience with access control, CCTV, nurse call, delayed egress, or structured cabling
• Experience working in skilled nursing facilities, healthcare facilities, schools, or other occupied commercial environments
• Experience leading smaller projects or supervising helpers and junior technicians
• Ability to bend conduit and perform related installation work

Pay range and compensation package

The hourly pay range for this position is $30–$45 per hour, depending on relevant experience, fire alarm troubleshooting ability, programming knowledge, certifications, and experience with additional low-voltage systems.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are not looking for someone whose experience is limited to pulling wire or installing devices while working under constant supervision. We are looking for a technician who can walk into a facility, review the system trouble, investigate it methodically, determine the likely cause, communicate what was found, and either complete the repair or clearly explain what is needed next. At the same time, we understand that no technician knows every panel, manufacturer, or system. Strong fundamentals, honesty, reliability, troubleshooting ability, and a willingness to learn are more important than knowing every product we service.

Why Join OpSec Consulting?

OpSec provides a combination of service, troubleshooting, installation, and project work. Our technicians are exposed to a wide variety of systems and are not limited to performing the same repetitive installation every day. This position provides opportunities to:

• Work on fire alarm and other advanced life-safety and security systems
• Develop experience across multiple low-voltage technologies
• Receive additional technical and manufacturer training
• Take ownership of service calls and projects
• Advance into a lead technician, foreman, technical specialist, or project-management position
• Join a growing company that values technicians who solve problems and take pride in their work