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Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

Median Salary
56,430
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Install, program, maintain, and repair security and fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

87%

Self-employed

9%

State and local government

3%

Federal Government

1%

Private not for profit

1%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$25,150

10%

$56,430

Median

$77,700

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Post-secondary certificate

    48%

  • High school

    41%

  • Some college

    8%

  • Associate's degree

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Electrician
  • Security System Installation, Repair, and Inspection Technology/Technician

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Telecommunications
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Building and Construction

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

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