Fire Alarm Technician

Job Description

Fire Alarm Technician


A well-established commercial fire protection contractor is hiring a Fire Alarm Technician to install, program, and maintain life safety systems across a strong pipeline of commercial work, including office, healthcare, education, retail, and multifamily projects. You'll work alongside project managers, designers, and field leadership to deliver code-compliant systems.


What you'll do

• Install, program, and commission addressable fire alarm systems, including Notifier, Simplex, EST/Edwards, Siemens, and Fire-Lite panels
• Terminate and test initiating devices, notification appliances, modules, and auxiliary control functions
• Troubleshoot ground faults, open circuits, communication issues, and panel trouble conditions
• Perform acceptance testing and support AHJ and fire marshal inspections in accordance with NFPA 72
• Read and work from fire alarm drawings, riser diagrams, and sequence of operations
• Complete service tickets, as-builts, and test documentation accurately
• Communicate professionally with customers, general contractors, and building owners

What you'll bring

• 2+ years of commercial fire alarm installation or service experience
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II preferred; Level I minimum, or willingness to obtain it within a set timeframe
• State fire alarm license or certification where required
• Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and addressable panel programming
• Strong troubleshooting skills with meters and common test equipment
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites
• Factory certifications are a plus

What's offered

• Competitive base salary plus bonus potential
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stable company with consistent backlog and growth opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.