Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
On the Job
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers install, program, and maintain security and fire alarm systems. They work on wiring and hardware. They make sure that the work is done in accordance with certain safety codes.
Physical Demands
This career requires time standing, walking, or running.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Determine types of equipment, tools, or materials needed for jobs.
- Inspect equipment to locate or identify electrical problems.
- Inspect safety equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
- Confer with customers or users to assess problems.
- Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
- Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
- Lay cables to connect equipment.
- Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment.
Typical Working Conditions
- Having telephone conversations.
- Frequent decision-making.
- Wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or life jackets.
- The freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals.
- Working in a closed vehicle or equipment.
- Standing.
- Dealing with external customers.
- Meeting strict deadlines.
- Responsibility for outcomes and results.
- Exposure to sounds or noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
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