Entry Level - Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician
About The Position
Looking for a hands-on career where you can learn a specialized trade, develop technical skills, and build a long-term future? We're seeking a motivated Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician to support school renovation and life-safety projects throughout the Charleston area. Whether you already have experience with low-voltage systems or come from an electrical, construction, cabling, telecom, or mechanical experience, this is an opportunity to learn from experienced technicians and grow into a highly skilled industry professional. Fire alarm or security experience is NOT required. We are willing to train the right individual who has a strong work ethic, positive attitude, mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn.
Requirements
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools
- Experience working in construction, electrical, low-voltage, telecom, maintenance, or a similar hands-on environment
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Positive attitude and professional communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Fire alarm experience
- Security, access control, or CCTV experience
- Low-voltage cabling experience
- Experience reading blueprints or wiring diagrams
- Exposure to Edwards (EST), Simplex, Fire-Lite, Vista, Alarm.com, or C•CURE systems
- NICET certification
Responsibilities
- Install, replace, and test low-voltage devices and equipment
- Learn fire alarm system installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning
- Perform device swaps, termination, testing, assessments, and punch-list work
- Pull and terminate low-voltage cabling
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device layouts
- Troubleshoot field issues and work through solutions independently
- Coordinate with project teams, electricians, and contractors on active job sites
- Support school renovation and modernization projects
- Maintain a safety-first mindset on every project
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
