Fire Alarm & Security Technician
Job Summary
The purpose of the Fire Alarm & Security Technician position is to install, troubleshoot, service and repair fire alarm and security systems, and other fire and life safety products with minimal supervision.
Troubleshooting and Repair
- Troubleshoot to determine fault or faults to include ground faults with fire alarm systems.
- Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components such as FACP, power supply, alarm-initiating devices, etc.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of different manufacturers' clean agent and high-pressure suppression systems.
- Appropriate use of required tools and test equipment such as multi-meter, megger, laptop to program, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
- Programming and software knowledge with a variety of fire alarm systems.
- Safely follow and perform procedures to handle, remove and replace explosive actuators such as squibs and gas cartridge actuators.
Communication and Customer Interaction
- Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
- NICET or state specific certification, preferred.
- 2 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required.
- NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, strongly preferred.
- Effective reading, writing, and communication skills in English with employees and customers.
- 2 years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred.
- 2 years of professional computer skills, preferred.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.
- Physical Requirements: Frequently bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift >50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Work Environment: Regularly work outside, exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Occasionally work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others.
About Us
We are interested in working with individuals who want to join a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities. Summit Fire Protection is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across various verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We are proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that protects lives and property. We offer extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and an industry-leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes: Paid Vacation and Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid, Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid, Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Referral Program. We are committed to safety and diversity in the workplace. We participate in E-Verify and promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire Protection is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.