What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alarm Technician Fire/Intrusion position at Confidential?
We are currently seeking applications for Alarm Technicians for service and project assignments within the 4-6 hour radius of where you live. This role involves the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of structured cabling systems in diverse settings. The position is full-time and entails significant travel. Candidates should be eager to learn and able to assist in other cabling environments as necessary.
Ideal candidates will be self-driven and dependable, capable of working independently and adept at problem-solving to ensure tasks are completed efficiently. We offer long-term employment with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that emphasizes our commitment to our team members.
Responsibilities:
- Install, troubleshoot, and maintain diverse cabling infrastructures.
- Execute low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including some concrete drilling and conduit work.
- Ensure cable management and safety compliance in all installations.
- Assist in pre-installation processes by designing and planning technical solutions.
- Install cable support structures like j-hooks, cable racks, and inner duct.
- Conduct system tests to verify the functionality of installed cables and devices.
- Address and resolve issues with cable networks.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and legal standards.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors, including company vehicle maintenance and mileage logging.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Data Cable Technician.
- Strong proficiency in installing and troubleshooting structured cabling in retail settings.
- Required state licenses for low voltage, burglar alarm, fire alarm, security, and CCTV.
- Willingness for extensive travel and flexible work schedules, including on-call and night shifts
- Familiarity with blueprints and site maps.
- Additional experience in CCTV, voice, and fire alarm cabling is beneficial.
- Able to identify colors and learn color codes.
- Comfortable working in confined spaces and with both copper and fiber installations.
- Skilled in operating boom or scissor lifts and comfortable working at heights.
- Possession of PPE, basic telecommunication tools, and hand tools.
- Reliable personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage.
- Strong cabling infrastructure knowledge.
- Excellent communication, customer relationship, and digital literacy skills.
- Experience in conduit installation is advantageous.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record for the past three years.
Benefits Package Includes:
- $25-$45 hourly rate, dependent on experience and certifications.
- Fully paid medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
- Generous paid vacation time and holidays.
- Additional benefits including Teladoc, TriaHealth, and services for legal and identity theft protection.
- Company-matched 401(k) and IRA retirement plans.
- Per-diem allowances for overnight travel.
- Reimbursement for travel time and mileage when using a personal vehicle.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Rotating shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you hold a NICET certification? If so, which level?
- Do you hold any industry related certificates such as EST, Kiddie, BOSCH, etc?
Experience:
- Fire alarm installation: 2 years (Required)
- Security device installation: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Shreveport, LA 71103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $45