Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Elite Fire Services•Columbus, OH

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Elite Fire Services is an affiliated company of Guardian Fire Protection and trusted provider of comprehensive fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses in the Columbus and Cincinnati regions of Ohio for more than 30 years. With locations in Columbus and Blanchester, Elite Fire delivers end‑to‑end services including inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and installation of fire alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, emergency and exit lighting, backflow prevention, and commercial kitchen and hood suppression systems. Known for its service‑driven culture, clear communication, and 24/7 emergency support, Elite Fire helps customers stay safe, compliant, and inspection‑ready. Elite Fire is seeking a Lead Fire Alarm Technician with special hazards, FM200 preferably with a minimum of 5 years' experience and a NICET certification would be a plus. This position requires the ability to service, inspect and repair Fire Alarm systems for established commercial customers on a scheduled basis and must be available for on call rotation.

Requirements

A current valid driver's license with 3 or less points is required.
Three years of licensed driving experience is required.
Two or more years inspecting and repairing fire alarm systems.
Must have knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes
Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
Able to lift up to 70lbs, to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
Well organized and able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.
Functional knowledge to test and service the following fire alarm brands: Simplex, Notifier and Fire-Lite.
Ability to be available on-call when scheduled.
Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.

Nice To Haves

Special hazards, FM200 preferably with a minimum of 5 years' experience
NICET certification would be a plus.
Advance knowledge of diagnostics and system repair preferred but not required.
NICET certification preferred, but not required.
Experience performing special hazard suppression system inspection and repair a plus but not required (FM200 and Halon).

Responsibilities

Testing and Inspecting fire alarm systems in commercial buildings.
Responding to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.
Fire Alarm System testing and inspection per NFPA and local code standards.
Preparing accurate and timely inspection and service reports