Alarm Technician

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Multnomah County's Facilities and Property Management team is seeking an Alarm Technician to join their team. This role is responsible for keeping 160 County buildings running smoothly. As the go-to person for limited energy systems, the Alarm Technician will tackle tasks independently and collaborate with other teams, contractors, and clients to improve systems and solve problems.

Requirements

• Completion of the 12th grade or equivalent education AND Three (3) of experience at the journey level working with commercial fire alarm, access control, or security systems including the design, programming, repair, and testing of such systems.(Equivalency 4 years of qualifying training and/or experience).
• Requires a State of Oregon Electrician, Limited Energy Technician, Class A (LEA) License.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain CJIS Authorization, should a job offer be extended.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in servicing electronic equipment.
• Electronic-related coursework in basic electronics.
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) certification.
• Experience in large, complex, integrated building systems, such as Notifier, Kantech, and DSC.
• Advanced troubleshooting and high-level programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, layout, install, repair, program and upgrade electronic systems and equipment in accordance with regulations, codes, and the needs of the facility. These systems include: A) fire detection, B) intrusion detection, C) access control including employee photo identification, and D) other low-voltage systems, such as nurse/jury call systems and duress (panic) alarms.
• Perform fire alarm inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with NFPA Chapter 14.
• Create and maintain tracking databases for Countywide alarm system users including remote monitoring and employee photo identification.
• Study and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Keep accurate records, provide reports of work performed, and document system design and any changes for future work and services.
• Drive a County vehicle during work hours.

Benefits

• Employer-funded retirement savings
• Health, vision and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Paid holidays
• Optional overtime
• Shift flexibility
• Life insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• TriMet pass
• Employee assistance program
• Generous paid time-off
• Sick leave
• No mandatory OT unless there is a major event
• Potential to drive a County vehicle home
• Possibility of working a hybrid telework schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED