Fire Alarm / Security / Access Control Technician
$52,000–$93,600 year
On-siteLake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$52,000–$93,600 yearLicense Or CertificationStartup
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationStartup
Job Summary
Install, troubleshoot, and repair fire alarm, security, and access control systems in commercial buildings, including running low-voltage cabling, drilling concrete walls, and mounting sensors. Test newly installed equipment to verify operational status and ensure compliance with building plans, electrical layouts, and relevant codes. Collaborate with team leads to complete wiring connections and technical solutions while conducting on-site and remote troubleshooting. Travel up to 75% of the time within a 4-6 hour radius, working nights and day shifts with hotels and gas covered.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in field installations within security environments (Fire Alarm / Intrusion / Access Control)
- Comfort with working at heights using lifts
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and site maps
- Installation proficiency in fire alarm and burglar alarm systems (e.g., Bosch, Honeywell, Silent Knight, Kidde, EST, DMP, etc.)
- Effective communication skills for interaction with project managers, customers, and technicians
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and providing technical support both on-site and remotely
- Strong customer relationship and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Competence in using computers, laptops, and smartphones
- Clean driving record and valid driver's license
- Traveling up to 75% of the time from your home location
- Travel of 2-3 weeks at a time
- Comfortable with overnight shifts
- NICET 1-2 certification or higher
- Valid state-required Physical Security or Life Safety licenses (e.g. FASA)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with multiple Intrusion/Access system manufacturers is advantageous
- Ability to assist in designing and planning technical solutions
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