Fire Alarm Technician
About The Position
Impact Fire Services is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to join their team. This role involves providing installations, service work, inspections, testing, repairs, and programming on fire alarm systems and devices, as well as other fire protection systems. The technician will also work with the company to obtain local city listing agents and is responsible for maintaining a clean, well-organized vehicle and ensuring a safe environment. The position is located throughout West Montana and reports to the Construction Manager. The work week is structured as a 10-hour workday, 4 days per week.
Requirements
- Fire Alarm installation experience preferred.
- Electrical background is a plus.
- Programming on Edwards a plus.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements
- Appropriate use of required tools and test equipment such as multi-meter, laptop to program, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
- Troubleshoot to determine faults to include ground faults with fire alarm systems.
- Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components such as FACP, power supply, alarm-initiating devices, etc.
Nice To Haves
- Experience bending and installing conduit is a plus.
- Electrical background is a plus.
- Programming on Edwards a plus.
- NICET II certification, State of Montana - Fire Alarm License preferred.
- Experience in other low volt systems is a plus. (intercom, CCTV, access control, intrusion security, data/fiber)
Responsibilities
- Installations, service work, inspections, testing, repairs, and programming of fire alarm systems.
- Experience bending and installing conduit is a plus.
- Learn applicable fire protection codes and obtain applicable state licensing.
- Work in a safe manner as outlined by company safety procedures including driving, personal protective equipment, and lockout/tag-out policies.
- Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.
- Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.
- Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
- Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
- Other duties may be assigned.
- Ability to Travel required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Pay is on a weekly cycle, every Friday
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Competitive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and holidays
- Company paid short and long-term disability
- Immediately vested in our 401(k) company match
- Full-time employees participate in our Shared Ownership Program which offers a monetary bonus aligned to the company's long-term success.
- Exceptional guidance and support from our managers
- Collaborative culture & environment
- Robust training opportunities with company reimbursement upon achieving required licensing
- Apprenticeship programs for fire sprinkler, fire alarm and inspection positions
- Opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the fire protection industry
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
