IFP - Fire Alarm Technician

APi Group • Irondale, AL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Alarm Technician tests, inspects, programs, services, and performs preventive maintenance on fire alarm systems, working with products from multiple manufacturers. The role includes producing accurate, detailed inspection reports and documenting improvements and complications, as well as helping sell IFP services to address identified deficiencies. The technician installs fire alarm equipment, verifies installations at customer sites, reads and interprets fire alarm drawings, and identifies and troubleshoots system deficiencies. The position is based out of IFP’s Irondale branch and involves daily travel between customer sites. Technicians rotate on-call coverage to service customers, including at night and on weekends. The role requires communicating with clients, field personnel, authorities having jurisdiction, and company leaders; maintaining an organized work truck; and representing IFP professionally. Candidates must be able to climb ladders and work at heights. The position is eligible for an annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance, along with other benefits. Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check. The position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Aptitude for electrical theory and knowledge, or ability to learn.
• Ability to install fire alarm equipment.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and industry standards; maintain good work habits and do not cut corners.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, customer-facing service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stay current with code requirements and industry changes.
• PC skills including Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to withstand heights and climb ladders comfortably.
• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• NICET I or II certification, or willingness to obtain certification within one year.
• Willingness to pass a post-offer drug test, background check, and reference check.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform regular bending, reaching, climbing, and walking.

Nice To Haves

• Cross-training in fire alarm, clean agent/special hazards, fire extinguisher, fixed wet/dry chemical suppression systems, backflow prevention, fire sprinkler, and emergency lighting.
• Relevant manufacturers' and state licenses for fire alarm and suppression-system inspection.
• Electronic trade school training.

Responsibilities

• Pull wire, install conduit, and mount devices.
• Program, test, inspect, service, and perform preventive maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Perform site verifications of fire alarm installations.
• Read and interpret fire alarm drawings.
• Identify and troubleshoot fire alarm deficiencies.
• Prepare accurate, detailed inspection reports and document improvements and complications.
• Assist in selling IFP services to address identified deficiencies.
• Travel between customer sites daily.
• Cover rotating on-call hours to service customers, including nights and weekends.
• Interact with clients, field personnel, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Communicate job status and concerns to company leaders.
• Keep the work truck clean and organized and dress professionally while representing IFP.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Wellness program.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Discounted company stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off.
• Growth opportunities through company-sponsored leadership development courses and training.
• Annual bonus based on company performance.

What This Job Offers

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