Fire Alarm Technician

Sr. Fire Alarm Technician

Mid Atlantic Fire Protection (an American Fire Protection Group company) is a people-first company with a proven track record of investing in our teammates. Our purpose of "Building Great Leaders" is at the forefront of everything we do.

Mid Atlantic Fire Protection is powered by APi Group a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. Being a part of an organization like APi Group has many benefits, including highly competitive pay, industry leading benefits and perks, and extensive learning and development opportunities.

We often hear companies claim they are a "family" not just a "company." We strive to be a company that prioritizes the family YOU already have waiting for you at home. Creating a healthy work-life balance and ensuring everyone makes it home safely is our top priority.

Benefits We Offer:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage - Health, Dental, Vision, and more
• 401(k) Plan Matching %
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Individual Development Plan (IDP) Define your career goals and create a plan that make the goals attainable
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and training
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonuses
• Employer Paid Life Insurance

The function of this position is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventative maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers' equipment.

This position has a salary range of $35-$50 hourly depending on experience and held licenses.

Job Responsibilities

• Installation and programming of fire protection alarm systems for commercial applications including control panels, wiring, devices (smoke detectors, pull stations, horns/strobes), and associated components. Ensure systems are installed according to design plans, manufacturer specifications, and local/national codes (such as NFPA 72).
• Perform routine inspections and functional testing of fire alarm systems. This includes verifying that all devices activate properly, signals are transmitted correctly, and the system responds as intended during alarms or faults.
• Troubleshoot system issues, replace defective components, and perform preventative maintenance to keep systems reliable. They respond to service calls and emergency situations when systems are not functioning correctly.
• Document time worked as well as all paperwork relating to assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Must prepare accurate and timely documentation for work performed, complete monthly vehicle reports, and maintain truck inventory to ensure proper response to customers' needs.
• Must adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Must communicate effectively - both verbally and in writing.
• Must ensure positive customer experience.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Must be detail oriented.

Job Qualifications

• It is preferable to have a Journeyman's License but not necessary with a minimum 2 years of related experience preferably within the life safety industry, apprenticeship is the exception will train.
• Nicet Level 3 preferred
• Gamewell / FCI Certified is preferred
• Fire Alarm programming experience
• Valid driver's license (Real ID)
• High School degree or the equivalent
• Electronic Trade School training is a plus
• Must obtain and retain any licenses that are required by state and/or local codes.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background, and reference check.

Skills:

• Service experience
• Technical aptitude
• Strong verbal communication
• Customer-focused and customer-driven mindset
• Thrive in the face of uncertainty

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Stand; walk; sit; twist; use hands to handle; reach with hands and arms; push; pull; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
• Use vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral, depth, and color.
• Work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions/circumstances such as with ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, wires, ducts, crawl spaces, attics, above ceilings, etc.
• Lift, move, and hold up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work a full-time, flexible schedule with "on call availability" and must be able to travel on short notice.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle (day and evenings) for extended time periods.

Mid Atlantic Fire Protection is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.