Fire Alarm Technician

Overview


Join our dynamic team as a Fire Alarm Technician and become a vital part of ensuring safety and compliance across commercial and industrial buildings. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, inspecting, and troubleshooting fire alarm systems to guarantee they operate flawlessly when needed. Your expertise will help protect lives, property, and ensure adherence to fire codes and regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge fire alarm technology while providing exceptional customer service to clients.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission fire alarm systems, including proprietary control panels and sensors, ensuring all components meet building code requirements and NFPA standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of fire alarm systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with fire codes and regulations.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, CAD drawings, and engineering diagrams related to fire alarm system design and installation.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues using electrical experience, engineering troubleshooting techniques, voltmeters, power tools, and hand tools.
• Perform system upgrades or modifications based on client needs or regulatory updates; document all work thoroughly.
• Collaborate with construction teams during new builds or renovations to ensure proper integration of fire alarm systems with sprinkler systems and low voltage wiring.
• Provide excellent customer service by explaining system functions, conducting training sessions, and addressing client concerns promptly.

Skills

• Programming experience with commercial fire alarm will move you to the front. Experience w/ Simplex is a major major plus.
• NICET II is preferred but not mandatory. The company will pay for your certifcations.
• Strong ability to read blueprints, schematics, electrical blueprints, and construction drawings accurately.
• In-depth knowledge of fire alarm systems, sensors, proprietary control panels, and NFPA standards related to fire safety.
• Mechanical knowledge combined with electrical experience for system installation and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with building code compliance requirements for fire alarms and sprinkler systems.
• Proficiency in using field service tools such as voltmeters, power tools, and hand tools.
• Experience in fire alarm system maintenance, inspection procedures, and service technician roles.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to clients.

Join us in safeguarding communities by ensuring the highest standards of fire safety technology! This paid position offers the chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while making a meaningful impact on safety protocols across various facilities.

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person