security alarm technician
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.
Also called: fire alarm technician, burglar alarm installer, intruder alarm installer, security systems technician, security alarm fitter, intruder alarm technician, burglar alarm technician, electronic security systems installer
- 19
- essential skills
- 22
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
- 7422
- ISCO-08 group
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Essential skills
19- check compatibility of materials
- electrical wiring plans
- electricity
- electronics
- follow health and safety procedures in construction
- inspect construction supplies
- inspect electrical supplies
- install electrical and electronic equipment
- perform test run
- program home alarm systems
- replace defect components
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- security panels
- test electronic units
- test sensors
- types of alarm systems
- use measurement instruments
- wire security sensors
- work ergonomically
Optional skills
22- advise customers on new equipment
- automation technology
- cut wall chases
- demonstrate products' features
- electromechanics
- glass breakage sensors
- implement a firewall
- implement anti-virus software
- implement ICT security policies
- infrared sensors
- install circuit breakers
- keep personal administration
- keep records of work progress
- manage closed-circuit television system
- perform ICT troubleshooting
- perform software unit testing
- plan maintenance activities
- program firmware
- reed sensors
- remove computer virus or malware from a computer
- smoke sensors
- use safety equipment in construction
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