Fire Alarm Technician

Why Work With Us?

At Impact Fire, we are a group of hardworking, dedicated fire protection professionals committed to protecting lives and property from fire. Our cohesive team spirit and customer service-oriented culture are expressed in all that we do. We operate with the belief that every team member plays a critical role in our success. We operate in 52+ district office locations across the United States, supporting industries ranging from retail and healthcare to education and restaurants.

Benefits of joining Impact Fire Services

When you join Impact Fire you will receive:

• Competitive compensation
• Pay is on a weekly cycle, every Friday
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Immediately vested in our 401(k) company match
• Full-time employees participate in our Shared Ownership Program which offers a monetary bonus aligned to the company's long-term success. This program fosters an ownership mindset and ensures that every employee meaningfully shares in the success they help create.
• Exceptional guidance and support from our managers
• Collaborative culture & environment
• Robust training opportunities with company reimbursement upon achieving required licensing
• Apprenticeship programs for fire sprinkler, fire alarm and inspection positions
• Opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the fire protection industry

Position is located throughout West Montana, but will report to our Billings, MT office.

Work week: 10-hour workday, 4 days per week.

Sign on bonus: up to $5,000

Relocation assistance available

This position reports to the Construction Manager. The Fire Alarm Technician will be responsible for providing installations, service work, inspections, testing, repairs, and programming on fire alarm systems and devices, but not limited to other fire protection systems. The Technician will work with the Company to obtain local city listing agents. The Technician is also responsible for maintaining a clean, well-organized vehicle and ensuring a safe environment for his/herself, co-workers and customers.

Job Responsibilities

• Installations, service work, inspections, testing, repairs, and programming of fire alarm systems.
• Experience bending and installing conduit is a plus.
• Learn applicable fire protection codes and obtain applicable state licensing.
• Work in a safe manner as outlined by company safety procedures including driving, personal protective equipment, and lockout/tag-out policies.

Job Qualifications

• Fire alarm installation experience preferred.
• Electrical background is a plus.
• Programming on Edwards a plus.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Possess a valid driver's license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Appropriate use of required tools and test equipment such as multi-meter, laptop to program, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
• Troubleshoot to determine faults to include ground faults with fire alarm systems.
• Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components such as FACP, power supply, alarm-initiating devices, etc.
• Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.
• Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.
• Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Ability to travel required.

Preferred Qualifications But Not Required:

• NICET II certification, State of Montana - Fire Alarm License preferred.
• Experience in other low volt systems is a plus. (intercom, CCTV, access control, intrusion security, data/fiber)

Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required. MVR checks are required for all driving positions.

Employment with an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veterans.