Lead Fire Alarm Technician
About The Position
Empire Fire Protection Services is seeking a Lead Fire Alarm Technician to service, inspect, and repair fire alarm systems for established commercial customers on a scheduled basis. The role also requires availability for scheduled on-call rotation. Experience with special-hazard systems, preferably FM200, is sought; NICET certification is a plus. The position offers hourly pay based on experience, potential quarterly bonuses, and enhanced pay for overnight hours and emergency calls. Employees working between 6 p.m. and 5 a.m. receive time-and-a-half pay. Emergency service calls have a paid four-hour minimum at time-and-a-half, and emergency calls on recognized holidays have a paid four-hour minimum at double time, in addition to eight hours of holiday pay at the regular rate.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license with three or fewer points.
- At least three years of licensed driving experience.
- At least two years of hands-on experience.
- Functional knowledge of testing and servicing Simplex, Notifier, and Fire-Lite fire alarm systems.
- Availability for on-call work when scheduled.
- Ability to work on ladders 6 to 12 feet high and on lifts.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, work overhead, and work in unusual or confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers and explain work and necessary repairs.
- Strong writing skills and attention to detail when documenting service work.
- Organization skills to track service tickets and process required documents.
Nice To Haves
- At least five years of experience; the posting specifically notes special-hazard experience, preferably FM200.
- NICET certification.
- Advanced knowledge of diagnostics and system repair.
- Experience inspecting and repairing special-hazard suppression systems, including FM200 and Halon.
Responsibilities
- Test and inspect fire alarm systems in commercial buildings.
- Respond to service requests and diagnose fire alarm system malfunctions.
- Adjust, repair, or replace equipment as needed to bring systems into compliance.
- Test and inspect fire alarm systems according to NFPA and local code standards.
- Prepare accurate and timely inspection and service reports.
- Explain work performed and necessary repairs to customers.
- Track service tickets and process required documentation for each service performed.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Company-paid long-term disability
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Pre-tax health and dependent care accounts
- Aflac
- Vacation and personal time
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Potential quarterly bonuses
- Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked between 6 p.m. and 5 a.m.
- Paid four-hour minimum at time-and-a-half for emergency service calls
- Paid four-hour minimum at double time for emergency service calls on recognized holidays, plus eight hours of holiday pay at the regular rate
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
