Alarm Installation Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety•Reno, NV

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the installation and certification of life safety systems, security systems, access control, camera systems and associated devices according to local & national codes and standards. Installers are responsible for general assigned installation activities such as installation, testing, trouble-shooting and subsequent repairs on the installation of fire alarm/life safety systems, security, access control, camera systems and related components. The role requires punctuality for functionality and sound tests, reviewing blueprints, ensuring materials match the scope of work, installing equipment according to national codes, communicating with building contacts, verifying work integrity, conducting sound tests, providing documentation, maintaining accurate records, managing company vehicles and tools, and providing job status updates.

Requirements

Must have strong electrical and technical aptitude and the ability to apply learned skills.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience of Fire Alarm/ Security Alarm industry experience is required.
Shall be able to demonstrate proficiency in use of test equipment to include digital multi- meters, battery analyzers, sound level meters and communication equipment.
Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and be customer service oriented.
Should have experience in managing teams or groups of individuals on projects.
Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation to/from the office or job site.
Must be flexible with scheduling requirements that occasionally will require evening, weekend and/or out-of-town assignments.

Responsibilities

Be punctual, as being on time is critical due to the regular need to perform functionality and sound tests prior to a building’s tenant arrivals.
Review blueprints/drawings to determine device locations and placement.
Ensure materials and equipment match scope of work and job sold.
Install equipment according to national electrical, fire alarm and life safety codes and installation standards.
Meet with building engineers, property management and/or site contacts upon arrival at the facility to notify of work status and again upon conclusion of workday.
Verify integrity of all work prior to tying-in to building’s fire alarm system.
Perform functionality testing of installed devices, metering circuits and devices for shorts, grounds and faults.
Repair as needed to ensure fully compliant system operation.
Conduct sound tests to ensure decibel level of installed notification appliances meet or exceed NFPA requirements.
Provide documentation according to NFPA standards upon completion of work with additional sign-off upon successful testing & certification.
Maintain accurate records of work performed.
Turn-in “as-built” drawings and required copies of NFPA forms to Installation Coordinator upon completion of job.
If assigned a company vehicle, maintain an accurate inventory of truck stock, ensure vehicle is regularly serviced and immediately report any problems with vehicle.
Provide a weekly/daily job status for review with manager.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment and report any defects or problems immediately upon discovery.
Perform other duties assigned by management.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.

Benefits

Excellent pay
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company paid life insurance
Company paid short-term disability
401K with employer match
Paid vacation
Company holidays
Training and Career Development
Company vehicle (if job applicable)
Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees