Fire System Specialist II

Job Summary The Fire System Specialist is responsible for programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting fire alarm systems to ensure compliance with project specifications and building occupancy codes. This role partners closely with installation teams, subcontractors, sales, and customers to deliver reliable system performance, accurate documentation, and seamless project turnover. Responsibilities Program fire alarm systems based on information provided from PSG, site walks, existing programming or other applicable sources while adhering to project specifications Verify correct sequence of events pertaining to alarm, annunciation, and other actions by equipment, devices, panels, and annunciators of fire alarm systems Support installation team and subcontractors on project sites as needed Troubleshoot programming and/or installation issues Provide support and recommendations to customer regarding system operations Provide input to others as requested to assist in the accurate estimation, design, installation, start up, commissioning, and training for fire alarm systems Provide programming documentation including daily logs, system reports, commissioning documents, etc. as required for assigned projects Ensure timely software backups are created for projects and saved (including password information) Provide service support on existing installations ensuring systems continue to meet existing building occupancy codes Assist in the preparation of As-built drawings and project turnover to service team Assist Sales team during estimating phase including potential product or system demonstrations Other Duties As Assigned Required Qualifications Min 3 years of experience in Fire alarm Systems installations Manufacturer certifications: Notifier Fire Alarm Certification Experience with fire alarm systems Ability to configure and troubleshoot computer and networking problems Read and interpret electrical diagrams Troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent Clear and concise verbal and written communication An understanding of computer operating systems including MS Office Suite of products Ability to work with electrical equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, etc. An understanding of low and high voltage AC circuitry, including transformers, fuses, breakers, wire types, etc. Maintaining a high-level NICET or other equivalent industry certification is expected for Level II and Senior System Specialists Preferred Qualifications Two-year technical degree in related studies Military or on-the-job technical training experience NICET or other certifications in FA systems Physical Demands In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet) Working Conditions In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required. Additional Information Working Hours: This position generally works Monday- Friday, overtime and on call when necessary Travel Requirements: up to 75% Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts 401K w/ company match Life/AD&D/LTD Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Equal Employment Opportunity Statement This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 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