Fire Alarm & Security Technician

Summit Fire Protection•Tempe, AZ

4d•$25 - $35

About The Position

The Fire Alarm & Security Technician installs, troubleshoots, services, and repairs fire alarm and security systems and other fire and life safety products with minimal supervision. The main focus is inspections. The position requires working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards, programming and software for a variety of fire alarm systems, and familiarity with clean-agent and high-pressure suppression systems. Technicians use tools and test equipment to repair or replace system components, follow safe procedures for handling explosive actuators, communicate professionally with customers and monitoring companies, and document work using Field Service Lightning. They may be placed on call for emergency service requests, attend training, and train service technician trainees. The role requires field work, occasional travel up to 20%, and regular work outdoors in varied temperatures and potentially hazardous conditions. Employees must use required personal protective equipment and follow company safety procedures. Summit Fire Protection offers training, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and benefits for eligible employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of Fire Life Safety industry experience, specifically in fire alarm.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with SFP’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
Ability to travel occasionally, up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

NICET or state-specific certification.
NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification.
2 years of experience using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar.
2 years of professional computer skills.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot fire alarm systems to identify faults, including ground faults.
Focus primarily on inspections.
Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components, including FACPs, power supplies, and alarm-initiating devices.
Use tools and test equipment, such as multimeters, meggers, laptops for programming, and lifts, to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components.
Program and use software for a variety of fire alarm systems when removing or replacing components.
Safely follow procedures for handling, removing, and replacing explosive actuators such as squibs and gas cartridge actuators.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers and offsite monitoring companies.
Arrive punctually at work locations and complete scheduled projects in a timely manner.
Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, required materials, and time on the job.
Complete work order documentation.
Follow SFP’s safety program, SDS book, hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures; participate in weekly Toolbox talks and know the location of applicable safety documentation on each project.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and maintained according to company policies.
Provide on-call emergency service when required by location.
Attend seminars or similar training to stay current with technology, codes, and standards.
Train service technician trainees on applicable aspects of fire protection.
Perform other duties as assigned.