Fire Alarm Install Technician

Responsibilities

• Installation of fire life safety and other low voltage systems in medium and large commercial buildings.
• Lay out and provide direction to CSI installers on site as well as coordinate and communicate with the Project Manager to efficiently complete the project on time and on budget.
• Program or are experienced with programming low voltage systems including fire alarm, nurse call, access control, security, or CCTV.
• Execute the installation project plan provided including equipment delivery, trouble shooting, commissioning as well as interface with other trades to successfully complete projects while exceeding customer's expectations.
• Resolve field problems through research of multiple alternatives.
• Coordinate the project activities with other trades at the work locations to optimize installation time.
• Communicate and interact with other contractors and building owners.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational product manuals.
• Identify out of scope requests by the contractor or customer and notify management of pending changes.
• Aid in suggesting solutions for an efficient installation to complete scope.
• Assist customers on site with all questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Effectively communicate project status to management.
• Complete all appropriate company paperwork as required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• NICET and/or State Certification is preferred.
• Proficient in the use and application of industry related equipment including MS Office.
• Excellent communications skills, using tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing a ladder, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Able to perform physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools as required and lifting to 75lbs.