Fire Alarm/Low Voltage Technician
About The Position
We are seeking skilled fire alarm installers, technicians, and foremen familiar with the equipment, installation, and commissioning of low-voltage systems. Applicants must have at least journeyman-level installation and troubleshooting experience. The role involves installing fire life safety and other low-voltage systems in medium and large commercial buildings. Foremen provide on-site direction and coordinate with the Project Manager, while technicians may program low-voltage systems such as fire alarm, nurse call, access control, security, and CCTV. The position is responsible for executing installation plans, troubleshooting, commissioning, coordinating with other trades, and communicating professionally with customers, contractors, and building owners.
Requirements
- At least journeyman-level installation and troubleshooting experience.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Must meet background and driving-record requirements.
- Proficiency using and applying industry-related equipment, including MS Office.
- Excellent communication skills, with tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers.
- Regular, reliable, predictable attendance.
- Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment up to 60 feet, and work in ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
- Ability to perform physical labor, carry and move equipment and tools, and lift up to 75 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Industry-related BICSI, NICET, and/or state certification.
- Programming experience with low-voltage systems, including fire alarm, nurse call, access control, security, or CCTV.
Responsibilities
- Install fire life safety and other low-voltage systems in medium and large commercial buildings.
- Foremen lay out work and provide direction to CSI installers on site, coordinating with the Project Manager to complete projects on time and on budget.
- Program low-voltage systems, or apply programming experience with systems such as fire alarm, nurse call, access control, security, or CCTV.
- Execute the installation project plan, including equipment delivery, troubleshooting, commissioning, and coordination with other trades.
- Resolve field problems by researching alternatives.
- Meet with code officials to arrange building permits, address code issues, and discuss intended wiring and installation methods.
- Coordinate project activities with other trades at work locations to optimize installation time.
- Communicate and interact effectively with contractors and building owners.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software and systems programs, schematics, and product manuals.
- Identify out-of-scope requests from contractors or customers and notify management of pending changes.
- Identify and assist with suggested solutions for efficient installation and completion of project scope.
- Assist customers on site with questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Communicate project status to management.
- Complete required company paperwork.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
- Eight paid holidays and 10 PTO days, with PTO increasing over time.
- Reduced-cost medical insurance.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Flexible Spending Account.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
- Critical illness and accident coverage.
- Weekly paychecks every Friday.
- Employee appreciation lunches, holiday celebrations, department activities, and outings.
- Employee Assistance Program with access to counseling providers in person or by telehealth.
- Pet insurance.
- Growth and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
