Security alarm technician

Code 7422.5

Security alarm technicians install and maintain security alarm systems to protect against hazards such as fire and burglary. They install sensors and control systems and connect them to power and telecommunication lines if required. Security alarm technicians explain usage of the installed systems to the prospective users.

Essential skills

Knowledge

  • electricity
  • electronics
  • security panels
  • electrical wiring plans
  • types of alarm systems

Skills and competences

  • check compatibility of materials
  • wire security sensors
  • inspect construction supplies
  • inspect electrical supplies
  • install electrical and electronic equipment
  • test sensors
  • program home alarm systems
  • replace defect components
  • resolve equipment malfunctions
  • follow health and safety procedures in construction
  • perform test run
  • work ergonomically
  • test electronic units

Transversal competences

  • use measurement instruments

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Sources

This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission and the Mapha Taxonomy developed by OTIC SOFOFA (CC BY 4.0), in an adapted version. Group codes come from the ILO's ISCO-08. See sources and licences