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Is being a security or fire alarm installer a good fit for you?

Installs, programs and repairs security and fire alarm systems. Makes sure the work meets safety rules.

What the work involves

  • Mounts control panels, door and window sensors and cameras, and wires them together.
  • Installs, maintains and repairs security systems and alarms, following building and wiring plans.
  • Shows customers how systems work and explains things like why false alarms happen and what follows.
  • Tests and repairs circuits and sensors following wiring and system specifications.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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