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- Work Activities
- Abilities
- Interests
- Knowledge
- Wages
- Skills
- Work Values
- Work Styles
- Related Degrees
- Work Context
- Task Ratings
- Education
Job Description: Install, program, maintain, or repair security or fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers spend a lot of their time Handling and Moving Objects. They are naturally good at Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Near Vision, and Visual Color Discrimination. Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers are typically characterized as being Realistic and Conventional. They are usually very knowledgable about Computers and Electronics, Customer and Personal Service, and Mechanical and are skilled at Critical Thinking and Reading Comprehension.
Work Activities
Handling and Moving Objects
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Performing General Physical Activities
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Getting Information
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Thinking Creatively
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Processing Information
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Training and Teaching Others
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Controlling Machines and Processes
Coaching and Developing Others
Scheduling Work and Activities
Analyzing Data or Information
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Interacting With Computers
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Documenting/Recording Information
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Selling or Influencing Others
Performing Administrative Activities
Developing Objectives and Strategies
Developing and Building Teams
Assisting and Caring for Others
Staffing Organizational Units
Abilities
Oral Expression
Oral Comprehension
Near Vision
Visual Color Discrimination
Problem Sensitivity
Extent Flexibility
Written Comprehension
Visualization
Finger Dexterity
Manual Dexterity
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Information Ordering
Speech Clarity
Multilimb Coordination
Speech Recognition
Deductive Reasoning
Control Precision
Written Expression
Inductive Reasoning
Selective Attention
Originality
Flexibility of Closure
Auditory Attention
Perceptual Speed
Category Flexibility
Far Vision
Time Sharing
Hearing Sensitivity
Trunk Strength
Response Orientation
Fluency of Ideas
Depth Perception
Gross Body Coordination
Gross Body Equilibrium
Static Strength
Number Facility
Dynamic Strength
Stamina
Reaction Time
Rate Control
Mathematical Reasoning
Speed of Closure
Memorization
Spatial Orientation
Speed of Limb Movement
Wrist-Finger Speed
Glare Sensitivity
Peripheral Vision
Sound Localization
Night Vision
Interests
Realistic
Conventional
Investigative
Enterprising
Artistic
Social
Knowledge
Computers and Electronics
Customer and Personal Service
Mechanical
Telecommunications
Public Safety and Security
Building and Construction
Administration and Management
English Language
Design
Mathematics
Engineering and Technology
Sales and Marketing
Education and Training
Production and Processing
Transportation
Clerical
Law and Government
Physics
Communications and Media
Personnel and Human Resources
Economics and Accounting
Psychology
Foreign Language
Chemistry
Wages
Delaware
$50,840
Massachusetts
$50,750
Oregon
$50,140
Connecticut
$48,310
Washington
$47,010
District of Columbia
$46,640
Maryland
$46,250
New Jersey
$46,210
Minnesota
$46,070
Alaska
$45,990
Vermont
$45,830
Nevada
$45,220
New York
$43,460
Wyoming
$42,350
Illinois
$42,210
California
$42,140
Colorado
$42,120
Rhode Island
$41,680
Pennsylvania
$41,570
Utah
$40,450
Indiana
$39,110
New Hampshire
$39,080
Kentucky
$39,060
Virginia
$38,970
Hawaii
$38,960
Montana
$38,570
Georgia
$38,450
Wisconsin
$37,930
Iowa
$37,790
Maine
$36,610
Florida
$35,600
North Dakota
$35,320
Nebraska
$35,040
Texas
$34,470
Alabama
$34,250
Idaho
$34,020
New Mexico
$34,000
Louisiana
$33,870
Missouri
$33,830
Kansas
$33,640
Michigan
$33,200
Tennessee
$33,190
North Carolina
$32,800
Ohio
$32,570
South Carolina
$31,070
South Dakota
$30,340
Mississippi
$29,280
Arkansas
$28,610
Arizona
$28,070
Guam
$27,360
West Virginia
$27,280
Oklahoma
$24,370
Puerto Rico
$19,180
Skills
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Monitoring
Speaking
Active Listening
Operation and Control
Complex Problem Solving
Quality Control Analysis
Service Orientation
Installation
Operation Monitoring
Writing
Troubleshooting
Active Learning
Coordination
Judgment and Decision Making
Social Perceptiveness
Repairing
Time Management
Equipment Maintenance
Instructing
Systems Analysis
Systems Evaluation
Learning Strategies
Negotiation
Operations Analysis
Management of Personnel Resources
Mathematics
Equipment Selection
Persuasion
Science
Technology Design
Management of Material Resources
Programming
Management of Financial Resources
Work Values
Support
Relationships
Independence
Achievement
Working Conditions
Recognition
Work Styles
Integrity
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Independence
Persistence
Initiative
Adaptability/Flexibility
Cooperation
Analytical Thinking
Concern for Others
Self Control
Stress Tolerance
Innovation
Achievement/Effort
Leadership
Social Orientation
Related University Degree Programs
Work Context
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Face-to-Face Discussions
Contact With Others
Telephone
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
Freedom to Make Decisions
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Time Pressure
Frequency of Decision Making
Deal With External Customers
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Spend Time Standing
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Contaminants
Consequence of Error
Exposed to High Places
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Level of Competition
Outdoors, Under Cover
Physical Proximity
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Spend Time Walking and Running
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Letters and Memos
Electronic Mail
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Duration of Typical Work Week
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Spend Time Sitting
Degree of Automation
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Public Speaking
Work Schedules
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Radiation
-40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-A lot of freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-About half the time-
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
-Completely automated-
Degree of Automation
-Constant contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others about half the time-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others most of the time-
Contact With Others
-Continually or almost continually-
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Sitting
-Every day-
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Telephone
Face-to-Face Discussions
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Frequency of Decision Making
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to High Places
Letters and Memos
Time Pressure
Electronic Mail
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Contaminants
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Outdoors, Under Cover
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Frequency of Conflict Situations
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Radiation
Public Speaking
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
-Extremely competitive-
Level of Competition
-Extremely important-
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Extremely serious-
Consequence of Error
-Fairly important-
Work With Work Group or Team
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Fairly serious-
Consequence of Error
-High responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Highly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Highly competitive-
Level of Competition
-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-
Physical Proximity
-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-
Physical Proximity
-Important-
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Deal With External Customers
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-
Work Schedules
-Less than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-Less than half the time-
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
-Limited freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-Limited responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Minor results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderate responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Moderate results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderately automated-
Degree of Automation
-Moderately close (at arm's length)-
Physical Proximity
-Moderately competitive-
Level of Competition
-More than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-More than half the time-
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
-Never-
Exposed to Radiation
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Public Speaking
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Letters and Memos
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Telephone
Outdoors, Under Cover
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Frequency of Decision Making
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Contaminants
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to High Places
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Time Pressure
Face-to-Face Discussions
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-No contact with others-
Contact With Others
-No freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-No responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-No results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Not at all automated-
Degree of Automation
-Not at all competitive-
Level of Competition
-Not important at all-
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Not serious at all-
Consequence of Error
-Occasional contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Once a month or more but not every week-
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Outdoors, Under Cover
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to High Places
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to Contaminants
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Time Pressure
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Frequency of Decision Making
Letters and Memos
Electronic Mail
Face-to-Face Discussions
Telephone
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Public Speaking
Exposed to Radiation
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
-Once a week or more but not every day-
Time Pressure
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Contaminants
Frequency of Decision Making
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Outdoors, Under Cover
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Electronic Mail
Exposed to High Places
Letters and Memos
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Face-to-Face Discussions
Telephone
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Public Speaking
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Radiation
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
-Once a year or more but not every month-
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Public Speaking
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to High Places
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Outdoors, Under Cover
Electronic Mail
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Contaminants
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Letters and Memos
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Frequency of Decision Making
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Face-to-Face Discussions
Time Pressure
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Telephone
-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-
Work Schedules
-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-
Work Schedules
-Serious-
Consequence of Error
-Slightly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-
Physical Proximity
-Slightly competitive-
Level of Competition
-Some freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very close (near touching)-
Physical Proximity
-Very high responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Very important-
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Very important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Very little freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very serious-
Consequence of Error
Task Ratings
- Importance Core-
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order 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, and floors.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Keep informed of new products and developments.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
- Importance Supplemental-
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
Order replacement parts.
- Relevance of Task Core-
Keep informed of new products and developments.
Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
Adjust sensitivity of units based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
- Relevance of Task Supplemental-
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
Order replacement parts.
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order 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.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Keep informed of new products and developments.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
Order replacement parts.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
Adjust sensitivity of units based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
Keep informed of new products and developments.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
Order replacement parts.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Keep informed of new products and developments.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Adjust sensitivity of units based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Order replacement parts.
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
Adjust sensitivity of units based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Keep informed of new products and developments.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Order replacement parts.
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Keep informed of new products and developments.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
Adjust sensitivity of units based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
Order replacement parts.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Adjust sensitivity of units based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Keep informed of new products and developments.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
Order replacement parts.
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Mount raceways and conduits, and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements.
Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features in order to ensure proper functioning, and to diagnose malfunctions.
Keep informed of new products and developments.
Adjust sensitivity of units based on room structures and manufacturers' recommendations, using programming keypads.
Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping.
Mount and fasten control panels, door and window contacts, sensors, and video cameras, and attach electrical and telephone wiring in order to connect components.
Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors.
Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or broken insulation.
Install, maintain, or repair security systems, alarm devices, and related equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Provide customers with cost estimates for equipment installation.
Prepare documents such as invoices and warranties.
Order replacement parts.
Education Training Experience
-On-Site or In-Plant Training-
None
Up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
-On-the-Job Training-
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
-Related Work Experience-
None
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years
Over 10 years
-Required Level of Education-
Less than a High School Diploma
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Some College Courses
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)