Fire Alarm Technician- NICET II

TechFlow • Patuxent River, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow, is immediately hiring a NICET II Fire Alarm Technician to install, test, maintain, and repair fire safety and security systems, such as fire alarms and suppression systems, that ensure occupants' safety of both residential and commercial facilities. This is a Unionized position responsible for installing and updating fire alarm systems in commercial and residential buildings. The role involves performing inspections, testing alarms, troubleshooting, documenting issues, and responding to emergency service calls to ensure systems are functioning properly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent amounts of technical training and experience
• NICET II certification
• 3+ years of experience must include an industrial or commercial facilities maintenance environment
• Working knowledge of NFPA standards (including 70 and 72)
• Valid driver’s license compliant with REAL ID Act or are you willing and able to obtain one
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and building codes and regulations pertaining to the trade
• Proficiency in the use of test equipment multi-meters and digital analyzers
• Knowledge of all fire safety codes and regulations
• Able to read and understand installation manuals
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations
• Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner
• PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies used in repair of HVAC equipment. Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Responsibilities

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and/or residential buildings
• Test and repair alarm systems already in place
• Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code
• Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues
• Respond to emergency service calls
• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services
• Maintain current license and identification card to meet governmental regulations
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work

Benefits

• Entire family included on health insurance
• Annual increases to wage & health and welfare rate
• NICET testing fee reimbursement
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance Benefit through Local 602
• Disability insurance under union medical
• EMI Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays)
• Tool Allowance
• Uniforms
• Union Tuition/Training/License reimbursement
• Non-seasonal- always steady work!
• Referral program

What This Job Offers

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