Alarm technician, Kaihangarau pūoho
Also known as
- Fire alarm technician, security technician, security system technician, alarm installer, security systems fitter, security systems installer
Alarm technicians install, test, service and repair security and fire alarm systems and equipment in homes or businesses.
Your pay could be
$54K
Lower
$75K to $96K
Most common
$120K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Alarm technicians
- usually work regular business hours but may work overtime or be on call
- usually work in different places and may travel locally
- may work in confined spaces and at heights
- need to be practical, accurate and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- install alarm and security systems
- inspect alarm systems for problems
- repair damaged alarm system parts
- replace faulty alarm components
- test alarms to make sure they work
- read diagram and repair instructions
- maintain records of repairs and installations
- use lifting equipment when needed
- follow technical instructions during installations
- communicate with workers about alarm testing
Practical
Organised
Investigative
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You need
- a driver licence
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electrotechnology (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electronic Security (Level 4)
- experience in similar work
- a certificate of approval (COA) from the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (Ministry of Justice)
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but NCEA Level 2 may be useful.
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