Fire Alarm Technician

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Oakland, CA. This role is ideal for a skilled technician with strong fire alarm service, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, programming, and repair experience. The Fire Alarm Technician will support customers by ensuring fire alarm systems are operating safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable standards. This is a strong opportunity to join a supportive team environment with career advancement potential, steady field work, and access to tools and resources such as a company vehicle, laptop, training support, and tuition reimbursement. The work environment values safety, professionalism, customer service, teamwork, and long-term career growth. Key Responsibilities Service, inspect, test, troubleshoot, program, and repair fire alarm systems according to prescribed standards and customer requirements. Perform on-site emergency troubleshooting and identify system issues, code concerns, and non-conformance items. Read and interpret blueprints, submittals, operational manuals, and product documentation to complete accurate field work. Prepare accurate and timely service tickets, reports, inspection documentation, and customer updates. Maintain truck inventory to support timely response to customer service needs. Assist with fire alarm system installations and perform other assigned field service duties as needed. Compensation and Benefits Direct hire opportunity. Salary range: $99,840 to $135,000 per year. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401k, life insurance, and pet insurance. Paid time off and holidays. Supportive team environment. Laptop and company vehicle provided. Tuition reimbursement. Career advancement opportunities. Required Qualifications and Skills Service, inspect, test, troubleshoot, program, and repair commercial fire alarm systems. Perform emergency field troubleshooting and identify code or non-conformance issues. Complete accurate service tickets, reports, and customer documentation. Support fire alarm installation work as needed. 5+ years of fire alarm experience. High school diploma or equivalent. Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, operational manuals, and product manuals. Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meters, digital analyzers, and commissioning devices. Ability to perform physical labor, including carrying and moving tools and equipment up to 50 to 70 lbs. Ability to work in challenging field conditions, including ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment up to 40 feet, ducts, crawl spaces, and above-ceiling spaces. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, based on customer requirements. Strong customer service skills, organization skills, positive attitude, and commitment to safety. Ability to follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times. Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company requirements. Ability to pass a pre-employment background check. Preferred Qualifications Fire alarm license preferred. Experience with CCTV, intrusion systems, or access control systems is a plus. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr AppleOne Employment Services