Fire Alarm Systems Technician

About the role

Sciens Building Solutions seeks a Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting experience. This role involves working closely with the sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure the successful design, installation, and commissioning of fire alarm solutions. It's a key position for a growing team requiring attention to detail and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales departments for successful project execution.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Program and commission complex fire alarm systems leading to final acceptance by customers and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Prepare detailed commissioning and inspection reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Perform complex troubleshooting and resolve issues effectively.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Program systems using laptop computers.
• Assist in managing project inventory and vehicle inventory.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to other technicians.
• Manage job scheduling and progress efficiently, focusing on quality.
• Demonstrate proper operation of equipment and control units to customers and explain their use and response to system signals.
• Comply with industry standard procedures and company safety programs/policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to five (2-5) years of experience in a technician role within the fire-life safety industry.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems independently.
• Ability to terminate fire alarm control units and field equipment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors.
• Intermediate understanding of fire alarm circuit integrity and troubleshooting for circuit opens, shorts, or ground conditions.
• Intermediate computer knowledge related to the use and installation of software.
• Ability to demonstrate proper operation of equipment and control units.
• Intermediate knowledge of NFPA 72 code requirements for the installation of a fire alarm system.
• Intermediate knowledge of Section 907 of the International Fire Code or state-adopted fire code.
• Intermediate knowledge of Section 909 of the International Building Code or state-adopted building code.
• Intermediate knowledge of Article 760 of NFPA 70 (electrical code) for the installation of fire systems and circuiting.
• State, local, contract, and/or product specific certifications determined by the business.
• NICET I certification.
• Knowledge of state fire procedures, filing, and requirements.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physical fitness to perform demanding work, including frequent lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, working from heights, climbing ladders, standing, and walking for most of the workday.
• Able to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to five (2-5) years of experience in a technician role within the fire-life safety industry.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems independently.
• Ability to terminate fire alarm control units and field equipment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors.
• Intermediate understanding of fire alarm circuit integrity and troubleshooting for circuit opens, shorts, or ground conditions.
• Intermediate computer knowledge related to the use and installation of software.
• Ability to demonstrate proper operation of equipment and control units.
• Intermediate knowledge of NFPA 72 code requirements for the installation of a fire alarm system.
• Intermediate knowledge of Section 907 of the International Fire Code or state-adopted fire code.
• Intermediate knowledge of Section 909 of the International Building Code or state-adopted building code.
• Intermediate knowledge of Article 760 of NFPA 70 (electrical code) for the installation of fire systems and circuiting.
• State, local, contract, and/or product specific certifications determined by the business.
• NICET I certification.
• Knowledge of state fire procedures, filing, and requirements.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physical fitness to perform demanding work, including frequent lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, working from heights, climbing ladders, standing, and walking for most of the workday.
• Able to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.