Lead Fire Alarm Technician
Zing Recruiting · Norfolk, VA · 3 wk ago
Management$30–$45/hrFull-time
About the role
Looking for a company that values your expertise, rewards your performance, and provides long-term career growth? Zing is seeking an experienced Lead Fire Alarm Technician to join a growing fire protection team serving commercial customers throughout the area. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys troubleshooting, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining fire alarm systems while working independently and directly with customers.
Responsibilities
- Perform testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair of commercial fire alarm systems
- Diagnose system malfunctions and complete repairs to maintain code compliance
- Conduct inspections in accordance with NFPA standards and local codes
- Troubleshoot and service fire alarm equipment
- Complete detailed inspection reports and service documentation
- Communicate findings and repair recommendations to customers
- Participate in an on-call rotation schedule
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on fire alarm experience
- Experience servicing commercial fire alarm systems
- Functional knowledge of Simplex, Notifier, and Fire-Lite systems
- NICET certification preferred
- Special hazards experience including FM-200 or Halon systems is a plus
- Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills preferred
- Valid driver's license with 3 or fewer points
- Minimum 3 years of licensed driving experience
- Ability to work on ladders ranging from 6 to 12 feet and operate lifts
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
- Comfortable working overhead, in attics, crawl spaces, and confined areas
- Strong customer service, communication, and documentation skills
- Organized and capable of managing service tickets and required paperwork
Pay
- $30.00 - $45.00 per hour based on experience
- $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Additional bonus opportunities for NICET certifications
- Quarterly Performance Bonuses
- Annual Performance Bonuses
Schedule
- Time-and-a-half pay for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 5:00 AM
- Paid 4‑hour minimum at time‑and‑a‑half for emergency service calls
- Paid 4‑hour minimum at double‑time for emergency service calls on recognized holidays
- 8 hours of holiday pay in addition to emergency call compensation
Benefits
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Medical, Dental,