What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alarm Technician position at Talent Solutions?
Alarm Technician (Installation/Service)About Milwaukee Alarm Company: Since 1977, Milwaukee Alarm Company (MAC) has safeguarded homes and businesses across Southeastern Wisconsin with state-of-the-art security solutions—including burglary/intrusion, security cameras, card access, fire alarms, and professional alarm monitoring. We back our work with prompt, 24/7/365 support. The Role As an Alarm Technician, you’ll install, program, test, inspect, and service low-voltage life-safety and security systems for commercial and residential clients. You’ll represent MAC on-site, ensuring clean workmanship, code-compliant installs, and a great customer experience.What You’ll Do • Install, program, and commission intrusion/burglary, video/CCTV, card access, fire alarm, and alarm monitoring communicators per scope and drawings. • Perform scheduled inspections, testing, and maintenance; document results in accordance with NFPA 72 best practices. • Troubleshoot devices, panels, networks, and power/communication issues; execute repairs and replacements. • Read/interpret plans, risers, one-lines, specs, and AHJ comments; update redlines and as built. • Train end users and provide post-install support in coordination with MAC’s monitoring team. • Collaborate with project managers and sales on site readiness, change orders, and punch list closeout. • Participate in an on-call rotation to support MAC’s 24/7/365 service commitment.What You Bring• 2 years’experience installing or servicing low-voltage systems (intrusion, access, video, or fire alarm). • Working knowledge of low-voltage wiring, IP networking basics, and hand/power tools. • Familiarity with NFPA 72 inspection/testing principles (MAC provides training). • Valid driver’s license; ability to pass background/MVR per life-safety industry standards. • Professional communication and customer-service skills; comfort working independently on client sites.Nice to Have (Preferred)• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I/II(or progress toward it) and/or ESA or manufacturer certifications. • Experience with Wisconsin AHJs and local permitting/inspection processes. • Understanding of Wisconsin’s low-voltage landscape (state generally exempts <50V work from electrical contractor licensing, though many customers/AHJs prefer certifications such as NICET). Physical Work Conditions• Lift/pull cables and equipment up to ~50 lbs; work from ladders/lifts; navigate plenum/ceiling spaces. • Work at active construction sites and occupied facilities; PPE as required.Schedule Travel • Full-time; daytime hours with periodic overtime based on project timelines. • Rotating after-hours/on-call coverage to support clients. • Daily travel to customer sites across the Greater Milwaukee area and Southeastern Wisconsin Pay Benefits • Competitive hourly pay (DOE) with overtime eligibility. • Company vehicle/tools for fieldwork, paid training/certifications (e.g., NICET/ESA), uniforms, and benefits package
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