Low Voltage Alarm Service Technician
$47,840–$58,240 year
On-site · Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Field service technician maintains, tests, and repairs residential and commercial burglar and fire alarm systems for ADS customers; diagnoses and services control panels, door contacts, motion detectors, fire initiation devices, and related equipment; instructs customers in proper use of their systems; clearly documents service tickets; manages ADS tools and company vehicle; communicates with department manager and coworkers; adheres to safe work practices and policies; prepared to work and drive in all weather; participates in a rotating night-call schedule; reads and follows the ADS Employee Handbook; performs onsite duties as assigned; punctuality and attendance are emphasized; role requires independent work and customer-focused service.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical/vocational degree or related experience preferred
- 2 years minimum experience with electronic troubleshooting required
- 2 years of basic electronics experience required
- Knowledge of burglar and fire alarm equipment
- Ability to read and understand schematics
- Electronic troubleshooting using digital and analog volt/ohm/amp meters
- Troubleshooting skills for AC/DC voltages, field wiring, control panel diagnostics
- Basic computer skills (laptop, Microsoft Office)
- Customer service skills
- Detail oriented with accurate records
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Must be able to obtain Permanent Employee Registration Card (Illinois) if applicable
- Maintain a driver’s license and insurable driving record
Desired Qualifications
- 2 years minimum experience with electronic troubleshooting
- 2 years of basic electronics experience
- Burglar and Fire Alarm equipment knowledge
- Ability to read and understand schematics
- Electronic troubleshooting using Digital and analog Volt/Ohm/Amp meter
- Troubleshooting skills; AC/DC voltages, field wiring, control panel diagnostics
- Basic computer skills, use of a laptop and Microsoft Office
- Customer Service skills
- Detail oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records
- Self-motivated and the ability to work independently
- Maintaining a company vehicle, inventory, cell phone, and ADS tools
- Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
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