Senior Fire Alarm Technician

About the role

This skilled position involves installing field devices, programming, troubleshooting, configuring and commissioning Fire Alarm Systems at commercial customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks and training as previously described.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals.
• Knowledge of sequence of operations relating to the operation of Fire Alarm Systems and other systems interfaced with Fire Alarm Systems.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of documented experience in Fire Alarm Systems.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Texas Fire Alarm License is required.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools, test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Able to lead & work well with team members.
• Able to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test.
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.
• Extended knowledge of DOS and Windows.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a short period of time.

Qualifications

• A two-year associate’s degree in electronics, network, computer science or related field.
• Nicet Level II or the ability to obtain in the first year.

Skills

• None specified.

Benefits

• A competitive benefits package.

Pay

Hiring hourly range: $29-$40 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

Schedule

Not specified.