Security alarm technicians install and maintain security alarm systems to protect against hazards such as fire and burglary. They install sensors and control systems and connect them to power and telecommunication lines if required. Security alarm technicians explain usage of the installed systems to the prospective users.

Tasks

Tasks include -
(a) Maintaining, troubleshooting, testing and repairing computers, data transmission equipment and computer peripherals;
(b) Fitting and adjusting computer hardware;
(c) Installing, maintaining, repairing and diagnosing malfunctions of microwave, telemetry, multiplexing, satellite and other radio and electromagnetic wave communications systems;
(d) Providing technical advice and information, and monitoring the performance of complex telecommunications networks and equipment;
(e) Installing and repairing cabling for computer, radio, telephone and television transmission;
(f) Joining telecommunications and data cables, and sealing sheathes;
(g) Installing, maintaining and repairing antennae used in communications.