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

Truly 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.

Knowledge

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.

Codes and Standards

Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards. Programming and software knowledge with a variety of fire alarm systems that is used when removing or replacing components.

Handling Explosives

Safely follow and perform procedures to handle, remove and replace explosive actuators such as squibs and gas cartridge actuators.

Communication

Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, required. NICET or state specific certification, preferred.
• Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements: 2 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required. NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, strongly preferred.
• Communication Skills: Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
• Systems And Software Skills: 2 years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred. 2 years of professional computer skills, preferred.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to 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. Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.
• Work Environment: Employees will regularly be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee will occasionally be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others.