Fire Alarm Technician

Fire Alarm Technician

Midwest Alarm Services is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and life safety systems across multiple locations.

Founded in 1950, Midwest Alarm Services operates 15 locations throughout the Midwest and is one of the largest Notifier Distributors in North America. We provide top‑notch fire alarm and life safety solutions and pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and compliance with the highest safety standards.

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 help you reach your goals
• Company vehicle and cell phone provided
• Enhanced benefits
• Impactful work

• Provide top‑notch service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and consult with supervisors/management regularly.
• Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly according to manufacturer specifications.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or tools.
• Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (e.g., handle periodic oil changes and fueling).
• Complete proper paperwork and submit it to the appropriate department daily.
• Be available on‑call and may oversee other technicians as needed.

• A positive, driven individual who takes pride in their work and is always willing to help.
• High School Diploma or GED; a degree in Electronics preferred (1–3 years of related experience/training or equivalent education and experience).
• Must obtain NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment.
• Must obtain the specified licenses/certifications required to perform work in the security industry per state regulations.
• 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 or GED.

Benefits include Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401(k)/403(b) Plan, Educational Assistance, and Special Incentive Plans.