Fire Alarm Technician

Overview

Midwest Alarm Services was founded in 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa. Per Mar Security Services acquired Midwest Alarm Services in 1998. Today, Midwest Alarm Services has 15 locations throughout the Midwest and is one of the largest Notifier Distributors in North America. We are a leading life safety company dedicated to providing top‑notch fire alarm and life safety solutions across multiple locations.

With a strong commitment to protecting lives and property, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards in safety and compliance.

The purpose of this position is to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and other Life Safety systems.

• Competitive wages based on skill level, experience, and certifications
• Training and field support to assist you with achieving your goals
• Company vehicle and cell phone are provided
• Enhanced benefits
• Impactful work

• Provide top‑notch service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Maintain compliance with company policies; consult with supervisor/management regularly.
• Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly and are in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or programming tools.
• Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (i.e., handle periodic oil changes & fueling).
• Complete proper paperwork and submit to the appropriate department on a daily basis.
• Occasionally need to be on‑call | May oversee other technicians as necessary.

• A positive and driven individual who takes pride in their work and is always willing to help.
• High School Diploma or GED | A Degree in Electronics (1‑3 years of related experience/training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Must be able to obtain NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment.
• Must be able to obtain specified licenses/certifications to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience installing or servicing the following systems is highly desired:
• Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar fire alarm systems
• Video Surveillance/CCTV systems
• Card Access Systems
• Nurse Call Systems

High School Diploma/GED

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401K/403b Plan
• Educational Assistance
• Special Incentive Plans

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction