Fire Alarm Technician

Impact Fire•Billings, MT

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About The Position

The Fire Alarm Technician works throughout West Montana and reports to the Billings, Montana office. Reporting to the Construction Manager, the technician installs, services, inspects, tests, repairs, and programs fire alarm systems and devices, and may work on other fire protection systems. The technician will work with the Company to obtain local city listing agents. The position requires travel and involves a four-day workweek with 10-hour workdays. The technician is responsible for working safely, maintaining a clean and well-organized company vehicle, and helping ensure a safe environment for themselves, coworkers, and customers. The role also involves learning applicable fire protection codes, obtaining applicable state licensing, and periodically attending training to stay current with technology, codes, and standards.

Requirements

Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
Ability to use required tools and test equipment, such as a multimeter, laptop for programming, and lifts.
Ability to troubleshoot fire alarm system faults, including ground faults.
Ability to repair or replace fire alarm components.
Ability to travel.

Nice To Haves

Fire alarm installation experience.
Experience bending and installing conduit.
Electrical background.
Programming experience with Edwards systems.
NICET II certification.
State of Montana Fire Alarm License.
Experience with other low-voltage systems, such as intercom, CCTV, access control, intrusion security, data, or fiber.

Responsibilities

Install, service, inspect, test, repair, and program fire alarm systems and devices.
Work on other fire protection systems as needed.
Work with the Company to obtain local city listing agents.
Follow company safety procedures, including requirements for driving, personal protective equipment, and lockout/tag-out.
Use required tools and test equipment to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components.
Troubleshoot fire alarm systems to identify faults, including ground faults.
Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components, such as FACP, power supplies, and alarm-initiating devices.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers and offsite monitoring companies.
Arrive punctually at work locations and complete scheduled projects in a timely manner.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
Periodically attend seminars or similar education and training sessions to stay current with technology, codes, and standards.
Travel as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.