Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
SOC Code: 49-2098 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Install, program, maintain, and repair security and fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $58,552 | $73,133 | $87,714 | $102,294 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $56,202 | $69,077 | $81,952 | $94,827 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $56,618 | $68,661 | $80,725 | $92,768 |
| Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $56,763 | $68,765 | $80,746 | $92,747 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $55,203 | $67,184 | $79,165 | $91,146 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $52,853 | $64,792 | $76,710 | $88,650 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $51,334 | $63,710 | $76,066 | $88,442 |
| Longview-Kelso, WA | $51,210 | $63,523 | $75,816 | $88,130 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $55,224 | $66,019 | $76,814 | $87,610 |
| Merced, CA | $49,005 | $61,755 | $74,526 | $87,277 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Installation | 3.4 | |
| Speaking | 3.4 | |
| Active Listening | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Public Safety and Security | 4.1 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.6 |
| Telecommunications | 3.6 |
| Building and Construction | 3.3 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.1 |
| English Language | 3.1 |
| Mechanical | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 48.6% |
| High school diploma | 41.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 8.4% |
| Associate's degree | 1.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Examine systems to locate problems, such as loose connections or broken insulation.
- Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, or video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring to connect components.
- Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, or related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
- Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
- Adjust sensitivity of units, based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
- Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
- Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, or floors.
- Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details, such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autodesk AutoCAD Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word Exacq Technologies software Microsoft Hyperterminal Operating system software Traceroute Word processing software
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