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Alarm Technician - Pleasanton

🏢 SSD Alarm • 📍 Pleasanton, CA • 🕒 Sep 14, 2026
Salary Range
£32 - £40
£3 - £3 / mo

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Pleasanton, CA
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

With over 50 years in the business, SSD Alarm is an industry leader! During this time, we have grown to become one of the largest and most respected providers of integrated security and fire solutions in the U.S. We have built a strong reputation in the industry for technical expertise and service. Our company continues to grow by focusing on customer service excellence and leading technology.
We are seeking experienced Fire and Security Systems Technicians to join our team in Pleasanton, CA. The ideal candidates are interested in career growth, detailed and have a passion for the fire life safety industry. SSD invests in employees' personal and professional growth by providing on-going training opportunities to stay ahead of the competition.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in Security, Fire Alarms, CCTV, and Access Control Systems. Must have functional and technical knowledge combined with professional experience.
  • Demonstrate communication and teamwork skills with customers, co-workers and subcontractors to express ideas and technical concepts to problem solve
  • Maintain accurate records of all work performed, material used and communicates any problem encountered or identified with the alarm system
  • Ability to organize workload effectively and work with a sense of urgency
  • Committed to customer service satisfaction and representing the company in a professional manner
  • Excels in problem solving and demonstrates the ability to multi task
  • Thorough knowledge of systems and best safety practices
  • Maintains a regular and punctual attendance
  • Accepts assignments with an open and positive attitude
  • Fire/Life Safety Card (Blue Card)
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving history required

Benefits
We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes 401(k), medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, paid company holidays, and paid vacations.

  • SSD Alarm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of post-offer background screening and drug testing. All resumes held in confidence.

Location: 2150 Rheem Dr.,Suite D, Pleasanton, CA 94588

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Fire alarm: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

1

Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.

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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Alarm Technician - Pleasanton roles across SSD Alarm's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

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2. Behavioral & Leadership

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