Lead Alarm Technician

Job Title: Lead Alarm Technician

Location: Dallas, TX

Duration: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Pay: $28–$31/hr (based on experience)

Pre-Employment Requirement: Must be willing to submit to background and drug screenings (including THC)

Additional Requirement: Must have reliable transportation

Overview:

We’re seeking a seasoned Lead Alarm Technician to join a growing team in Dallas, TX. This is a great opportunity for someone with at least two years of commercial alarm installation and programming experience who’s ready to lead technicians across diverse projects in hospitals, airports, and corporate offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily tasks for field technicians across multiple job sites
• Submit daily reports and communicate project updates to managers
• Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain security systems including access control, CCTV, and intrusion alarms
• Program commercial alarm systems independently
• Work with IP/analog cameras, access control panels, magnetic locks, card readers, motion sensors, and more
• Collaborate with project managers and technicians to complete documentation and meet project timelines
• Provide system training and support to customers
• Maintain accurate daily records and follow operational standards

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience programming and installing commercial alarm systems
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate field teams
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently at customer sites
• Must have PPE: hard hat with chin strap, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and safety vest
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various environments including construction sites
• Comfortable with physical tasks such as climbing, crawling, and using power tools

Additional Details:

• On-site role with an average of 1–2 job sites per day
• No mileage reimbursement, but hourly pay includes drive time between sites
• Must be comfortable working in outdoor conditions and confined spaces when required
• Schedule may vary depending on project (e.g., 10-hour shifts Mon–Thurs or 8-hour shifts Mon–Fri)