Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers (49-2098)
Occupation description: Install, program, maintain, and repair security and fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. Excludes Electricians (47-2111) who do a broad range of electrical wiring.
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Employment |
Average annual openings |
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2016 estimate | 2026 projection | Percent change |
Labor force exits | Occupation transfers | Total |
| Alaska |
140 | 143 |
2.1 | 5 |
11 | 16 |
| United States |
72,300 | 82,600 |
14.4 | 2,500 |
5,800 | 9,340 |
Job outlook
- Alaska:
Alaska’s employment growth is low with low employment opportunities. Read more.
2019 Wages
Labor Force Indicators
2016 Worker Characteristics
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| Total workers | Nonresident workers |
Percent nonresident | Percent age 45 plus | Percent age 50 plus |
| 165 | 51 |
30.9 | 36.8 |
28.8 |
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| 2016 Potential Supply
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| Qualified but working in another occupation | 23 |
| Currently employed in a lower paid occupation | 7 |
| UI claimants previously working in occupation | 12 |
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| 2016 ALEXsys Employment Data
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| Number of registrants |
57 |
| Number of job position postings |
30 |
| Ratio of registrants to job position postings
| 1.9 |
Typical Entry-level Education, Experience, and/or On-the-job Training
| Education: High school diploma or equivalent |
Work experience: None |
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training |
Training Resources
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