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23 verified fire alarm technician openings in 15 states, each linked to the employer's own posting. Listed hourly pay runs from $21.63 to $60/hr across the 10 postings that state a rate.

23 live15 states21 mention NICETVerified Nov 4, 2026

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The role

What the job is

Fire alarm technicians install, program and service fire alarm systems: control panels, smoke and heat detectors, pull stations, horns and strobes. The work follows NFPA 72, and many employers ask for NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification.

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OccupationMedian10th–90th pctEmployed
Security & fire alarm systems installers (SOC 49-2098)$28.88/hr$18.65–$39.0186,340

BLS OEWS, May 2025. SOC 49-2098 covers security and fire alarm systems installers. Full pay guide →

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How many fire alarm technician jobs are open right now?

Riser & Panel lists 23 verified fire alarm technician openings in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia. Each one was checked live on the employer's own site on Nov 4, 2026.

What do fire alarm technician jobs pay?

Across the 10 listings that state an hourly rate, pay runs from $21.63 to $60 an hour. The national median for security & fire alarm systems installers is $28.88/hr (BLS, May 2025).

Do I need NICET certification?

21 of these 23 listings mention NICET, usually as preferred rather than required. See the NICET certification guide for the levels and requirements.

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