Electronic Security Technician

Electronic Security Technician
Why Midwest?

• Competitive Wages based on skill level, experience, and certifications
• Training and field support are provided to assist you with achieving your goals
• Company vehicle and cell phone are provided
• Enhanced benefits
• Impactful work

As a Midwest Technician, You’ll:

• Provide top-notch service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Maintain compliance with company policies; consult with supervisor/management regularly.
• Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly and are in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or programming tools.
• Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (i.e. handle periodic oil changes & and fueling
• Complete proper paperwork and submit to the appropriate department on a daily basis.
• Occasionally need to be on-call | May oversee other technicians as necessary

Who We’re Looking For:

• A positive and driven individual who takes pride in their work and is always willing to help
• High School Diploma or GED | A Degree in Electronics (1-3 years of related experience/training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Must be able to obtain NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment
• Must be able to obtain specified licenses/certifications to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Experience installing or servicing the following systems is highly desired:
  • Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar fire alarm systems
  • Video Surveillance/CCTV systems
  • Card Access Systems
  • Nurse Call Systems

For 75 years, Midwest Alarm Services has been the trusted resource for fire protection and safety solutions in the Des Moines metro. Back in 1998, Per Mar Security Services acquired Midwest Alarm Services, and today our team has grown into 9 Midwest Locations, making us one of the largest Notifier Distributors in North America.