Fire Alarm Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Altus is a full-service fire and life safety services platform. We offer a complete suite of solutions, from the design, engineering, installation, and servicing of state-of-the-art fire and life safety systems to training, consulting, crisis management and business continuity services. 

Altus Fire & Life Safety d/b/a Adcock Systems LLC Lanham located in Lanham, MD is looking for a Fire Alarm Technician to join our team!  The Fire Alarm Technician is primarily responsible for testing, inspecting and servicing fire alarm systems.  

We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our team members.   Responsibilities Job Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Service and test fire alarm and life safety systems. 
• Perform scheduled or routine preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment and systems.  
• Inspect, adjust, clean and calibrate, ensuring systems are in excellent working order.  
• Complete within assigned hours in a manner that reduces emergency calls and results in achieving zero callbacks. 
• Work assignments are to be performed in a safe manner and within specified cost limits. 

Required Skills Qualifications:  

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Minimum 2+ years experience as licensed fire alarm technician. 
• Must have a valid Fire Alarm license in MD. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 
• Strong communication and customer service skills. 
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, follow directions and meet deadlines. 
• All applicants will undergo a comprehensive background check. 
• Must be flexible with working hours and be willing to be part of an on-call rotation. 
• Report to assigned job site location on time, as directed. 
• Maintain and properly store tools, materials, and equipment.