Alarm Installer Jobs in Columbus, OH

An Alarm Installer in the construction industry is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining various types of alarm systems, such as fire, security, and emergency alarms in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They ensure these systems function well to safeguard the premises and its occupants. They read and interpret blueprints and electrical diagrams, mount equipment, run wiring, and test the functionality of the system. They also provide instructions to clients on how to use the systems and perform regular maintenance checks.

Important skills for an Alarm Installer include technical and mechanical skills, problem-solving, attention-to-detail, and excellent communication skills for interacting with clients. They should also be physically fit as the job often involves lifting and climbing. Certifications such as Certified Alarm/Security Technician (CAST) or Electronic Security Networking Technician (ESNT) are beneficial. Prior to becoming an Alarm Installer, an individual might have roles such as an Alarm Technician Apprentice, Electrician's Helper, or Telecommunications Equipment Installer.

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Lead Cable Technician

  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Cable installation includes: pulling, placement, terminating, testing, and labeling. IDF/MDF, rack install, fiber termination and testing experience a plus....

Lead Cable Technician

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for Network Cabling Technician for an opening on our team. This person should possess at least 2 years of experience working with the installation of structured cabling systems....

Cable Technician - Columbus, OH

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Summary of Position: * This Customer Engineer position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and replacement of the Point of Sale (POS) system and other technological equipment on-site...

Hiring Starlink Satellite Installers! $1000 Sign on bonus. Easy Work

  • Blacklick, OH (12 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Blacklick, OH (12 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days ago

un Hiring Starlink Satellite Installers! $1000 Sign on bonus. Easy Work!! (Columbus) compensation: 600-1500 employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Satellite Installer...

Fire Alarm Systems Technician

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work,...

Cable Installation Technician

  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Our client, a leader in the technology sector, is seeking a Cable Installation Technician to join their team....

Cable Technician

  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago

Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the installation of cable pathways, including j-hooks and cable trays, adhering to BICSI standards....

Fiber Splicer

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Experience: 3+ years of structured cabling installation experience. 1+ year in a fiber splicing role or industry-related construction....

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 days ago

**About Us:** S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years. We offer our clients significant financial strength,...

Data Center Cable Technician "Multiple Levels"

  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 12 days ago

If youre looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. We are an organization built on integrity and we have...

Tower Technician

  • Columbus, OH
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 12 days ago

Tower Technician EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,...

Fiber Splicer

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 days ago

$2000 SIGN ON BONUS Discover a more connected Fiber Splicing career At Kanaan Communication LLC., as a Fiber Splicer, you'll complete the process of fusing optical fibers, to maintain our...

Cable Technician

  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 14 days ago
  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 14 days ago

Skills Cable Installation, Data Center, Telecommunication, Structured Cabling, Rack and Stack, Cat6 Cables, Low Voltage, Cat5 Cable, Pull Cable Work Environment Data Center / New Construction Experience...

Fiber Splicer

  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 14 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 14 days ago

$2000 SIGN ON BONUS Discover a more connected Fiber Splicing career At Kanaan Communication LLC., as a Fiber Splicer, you’ll complete the process of fusing optical fibers, to maintain our...

Coax Splicer

  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 19 days ago
  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 19 days ago

$2000 SIGN ON BONUS Discover a more connected Coax Splicing career At Kanaan Communications, LLC., as a Coax Splicer II, you'll work in telecommunications construction, splicing coaxial system...

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Salary for Alarm Installer Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Alarm Installers in Columbus, OH offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
Associate's Degree
18.3%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Alarm Installers in Columbus, OH
None
34.1%
1-2 years
29.6%
2-4 years
25.6%
10+ years
7.3%
Less than 1 year
2.2%
4-6 years
1.1%



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