Fire Alarm Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of fire alarm, suppression and releasing systems as well as associated devices in accordance with industry standards.
• Read and understand assigned project documentation and work orders including scope of work for inspections and determine if additional information is needed.
• Manage daily call activity and program system products, including networking and programming.
• Report to assignment with required testing tools including suitable multi-meter, hand tools, printer, etc.
• Prepare associated paperwork/forms for customer service activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED; 2-4 year degree in a technical field from accredited college or university.
• NICET Certification preferred.
• Installation of low voltage systems, Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control Systems, Nurse Call Systems, Paging Systems, School Clock Systems, HVAC controls, elevator controllers, and Telephone Systems experience preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of test equipment including multi-meters, digital analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters, and communicating devices.
• Knowledge of the hazards associated with inadvertent system discharge for the purpose of inspection, testing and maintenance.
• Knowledge of Ohm's law, resistance and AC/DC circuits.
• Programming experience is preferred.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers including such programs as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, IOS and database (software) programs.
• Able to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working in ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Affirmative Action Policy.