Entry Level - Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician

Launch Your Career in Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Systems

Looking for a hands-on career where you can learn a specialized trade, develop technical skills, and build a long-term future?

We're seeking a motivated Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician to support school renovation and life-safety projects throughout the Charleston area. Whether you already have experience with low-voltage systems or come from an electrical, construction, cabling, telecom, or mechanical experience , this is an opportunity to learn from experienced technicians and grow into a highly skilled industry professional.

Fire alarm or security experience is NOT required. We are willing to train the right individual who has a strong work ethic, positive attitude, mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn.

What You'll Do

✅ Install, replace, and test low-voltage devices and equipment

✅ Learn fire alarm system installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning

✅ Perform device swaps, termination, testing, assessments, and punch-list work

✅ Pull and terminate low-voltage cabling

✅ Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device layouts

✅ Troubleshoot field issues and work through solutions independently

✅ Coordinate with project teams, electricians, and contractors on active job sites

✅ Support school renovation and modernization projects

✅ Maintain a safety-first mindset on every project

What We're Looking For

Required

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools
• Experience working in construction, electrical, low-voltage, telecom, maintenance, or a similar hands-on environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Positive attitude and professional communication skills

Preferred But Not Required

• Fire alarm experience
• Security, access control, or CCTV experience
• Low-voltage cabling experience
• Experience reading blueprints or wiring diagrams
• Exposure to Edwards (EST), Simplex, Fire-Lite, Vista, Alarm.com, or C•CURE systems
• NICET certification

Training & Growth Opportunity

This position offers the chance to learn from experienced technicians and build expertise in:

• Fire Alarm Systems
• Low Voltage Infrastructure
• Security & Access Control
• CCTV Systems
• System Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
• Blueprint Reading
• Device Installation & Commissioning
• Project Coordination

If you're motivated, dependable, and eager to learn, we'll help you develop the technical skills needed to become a trusted technician and grow into future leadership opportunities.

What Success Looks Like

We're looking for individuals who:

✔ Take initiative without being asked

✔ Show up ready to learn every day

✔ Bring solutions, not excuses

✔ Work safely and professionally

✔ Take pride in quality workmanship

✔ Want to build a long-term career in the life-safety and low-voltage industry

Work Environment

• Primarily supporting local K-12 school projects
• Active construction and renovation environments
• Typical 8-10 hour shifts
• Some evening, weekend, and after-hours work may be required depending on project schedules

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to break into a specialized technical field with strong career growth potential. If you're dependable, mechanically inclined, and ready to learn, we'll provide the training and support to help you build a successful career in fire alarm and low-voltage systems.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, SC.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $33.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: 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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.