Alarm Engineer - Peterborough

Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, or related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.

• Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
• Repair electrical components.

Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, or video cameras and attach electrical and telephone wiring to connect components.

• Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
• Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment.

Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details, such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.

• Explain use of products or services.

Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.

• Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
• Repair electrical circuits or wiring.

Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, or cavity walls to reach fixture outlets, positioning and terminating cables, wires, or strapping.

• Lay cables to connect equipment.

Examine systems to locate problems, such as loose connections or broken insulation.

• Inspect equipment to locate or identify electrical problems.

Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, or other security features to ensure proper functioning or to diagnose malfunctions.

• Inspect safety equipment to ensure proper functioning.

Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, or floors.

• Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.