Security Technician

Job overview

The Security Technician role is onsite in Des Moines, IA, with pay of $15.96–$25.68 per hour. American Alarms installs and supports user-friendly life safety and security systems. The technician installs, tests, maintains, and repairs security systems and related equipment in accordance with applicable codes and standards. The role helps protect occupants by ensuring systems operate reliably and by documenting work, inspections, and estimates.

What you'll do

• Install, test, maintain, and repair security alarm systems
• install card access, telephone entry, intercom, security, video, and custom control systems
• troubleshoot, repair, and program new and existing systems
• complete electronic work orders and reports
• conduct site surveys and estimates
• keep licenses current once obtained
• stay current with technology and field service software
• maintain a valid state driver's license and pass a background check.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

security technician

alarm systems

access control

intercom

video systems

system installation

troubleshooting

des moines ia

american alarms

$15.96–$25.68/hr

monday–friday

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible spending account, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, referral program, retirement plan, floating holiday, volunteer day, and Legal/ID Shield.

Why this role

Monday–Friday schedule; high school diploma or GED, one to three months of related experience or training, or equivalent combination; requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

About the employer

American Alarms is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths). Sector: 56.