Security Alarm Technician

Lee Hecht Harrison
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • $70,000–$80,000 Per Year
4 days ago

Job Description

Position Summary

LHH is seeking a security systems specialist for a well-established property organization in the downtown Fort Worth to oversee and maintain alarm, access, and surveillance equipment across multiple properties.

Compensation: $70,000 to $80,000

Schedule: On-site, with after-hours support as needed

Reports To: Leadership team within the protective services department

Minimum Requirements

  • Around five years of experience in security systems or electronic monitoring work

  • Familiarity with commercial alarm operations and related hardware

Preferred Qualifications

  • Applicable state or local credentials for low-voltage or alarm installation

  • Hands-on troubleshooting skills for access control devices and integrated systems

  • Prior experience with enterprise access management software

About the Role

The person in this role will perform inspection, upkeep, and repair of security and monitoring equipment across multiple buildings. The position involves maintaining electronic sensors, door mechanisms, keypads, and cameras; ensuring systems operate within code; and properly documenting all testing and service performed.

This individual will interpret schematics and plans, resolve technical malfunctions, and coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure secure, compliant installation of alarm and access infrastructure. Occasional after-hours response may be required to address urgent system issues.

Core Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair alarm panels, cameras, and access systems across managed sites

  • Conduct regular testing and preventative service for low-voltage components

  • Perform installations, calibrations, and configuration of system hardware and software

  • Document maintenance actions and compliance checks

  • Advise facility leadership on security technology performance

  • Collaborate with outside vendors, builders, or IT contacts for technical project work

  • Respond promptly to system alerts or security issues as they arise

Desired Knowledge & Abilities

  • Eligibility for applicable background and driving record verification

  • Experience in commercial-level safety and protection systems

  • Basic code awareness (safety, building, and electrical standards)

  • Competence with networked or IP-based control technology

  • Ability to manage documentation and maintain detailed records of service events

Physical & Environmental Factors

This role involves occasional climbing, lifting, and overhead work common to system installation and maintenance tasks. Routine exposure includes standard equipment noise and use of tools typical in low-voltage or mechanical environments. Reasonable accommodation is available as appropriate.

Inclusivity Commitment

The organization follows equal employment opportunity principles and evaluates all applicants based on relevant skills, experience, and organizational fit.

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Ryan Badami

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Numbers & Facts

LocationFort Worth, TX
Salary$70,000–$80,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Access Controlunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Enterprise Applicationsunmatched
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)unmatched
  • Hardware Configuration Managementunmatched
  • IP (Internet Protocol)unmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Low Voltage (LV)unmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Protective Servicesunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Security Equipmentunmatched
  • Security Monitoringunmatched
  • Surveillanceunmatched
  • System Integration (SI)unmatched
  • System Operationsunmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Systems Maintenanceunmatched

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