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
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 electrical components, equipment, or systems.
- Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment.
- Repair electrical components.
- Explain use of products or services.
- Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
- Repair electrical circuits or wiring.
- Lay cables to connect equipment.
- Inspect equipment to locate or identify electrical problems.
- Inspect safety equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
You usually need to do training to become an alarm technician and a qualification and experience may be useful.
You need
- a driver licence
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (Levels 3 and 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electrotechnology (Level 3)
- experience in electrical, building or construction work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electronic Security (Level 4)
- 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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