Security & Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Also called: Alarm Technician, Service Technician, Installation Technician, Fire Alarm Technician
In the military: see titles from the Army or Navy.
What they do:
Install, program, maintain, or repair security or fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.
On the job, you would:
- Examine systems to locate problems, such as loose connections or broken insulation.
- Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
- Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, or video cameras and attach electrical and telephone wiring to connect components.
Business
Engineering and Technology
Safety and Government
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Hand and Finger Use
Ideas and Logic
Verbal
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Spreadsheet software
Electronic mail software
Network monitoring software
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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