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How to become security and fire alarm systems installerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$60,070
25th–75th pct. $47,820–$73,690
Top pay (est.)
$105,500
Top 10% $81,150
Pay in 5 years
$70,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$83,200est.
$71,600–$96,600
Outlook score
66/100
★★★☆☆ Good
AI replacement risk
27%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+6.8%
8,500 openings / yr

How to become security and fire alarm systems installers

Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

Key skills

Critical Thinking
3.5
Reading Comprehension
3.2
Troubleshooting
3.2
Installation
3.1
Active Listening
3.1
Monitoring
3.1
Quality Control Analysis
3.1
Complex Problem Solving
3.0

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Customer and Personal Service
4.7
Telecommunications
4.5
Computers and Electronics
4.2
Public Safety and Security
4.2
Building and Construction
3.9
Mechanical
3.7
English Language
3.2
Education and Training
3.1

What the work involves

Performing General Physical ActivitiesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeHandling and Moving ObjectsRepairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkCommunicating with People Outside the Organization

Important abilities

Oral ComprehensionNear VisionOral ExpressionVisualizationFinger DexterityProblem Sensitivity

Education of workers

Post-secondary certificate
49%
High school diploma
41%
Some college
8%
Associate's degree
2%

Training before entry

3–6 months
31%
6–12 months
28%
2–4 years
23%
1–2 years
8%
Up to 1 month
8%
1–3 months
2%

Related work experience

6–12 months
41%
1–2 years
19%

Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as security and fire alarm systems installers

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.