Licensed Fire Alarm Technician

Guardian Fire Services • Wheat Ridge, CO

3d • $30 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Arapahoe Fire Protection, a Guardian Fire Services Company, is hiring an experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician to inspect, test, troubleshoot, service, and repair commercial fire alarm systems. The technician works independently in the field while contributing to a team focused on safety, quality, and customer service. The role serves commercial customers throughout Colorado and includes participation in an on-call rotation and responding to emergency service calls as required.

The position requires accurate documentation and clear communication about system conditions, deficiencies, and recommended repairs. Technicians coordinate with customers, monitoring companies, inspectors, and other trades, and maintain their company vehicle, tools, equipment, and service materials. The role may include system programming and configuration when the technician is qualified and authorized.

The hourly compensation range is $30.00–$45.00, depending on experience, licenses, certifications, manufacturer training, and demonstrated troubleshooting capabilities. The company offers medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with employer match; PTO and paid holidays; a company service vehicle for qualified field technicians; tools and equipment; training and certification support; and career advancement opportunities. A sign-on bonus may be available to qualifying licensed or certified technicians.

Requirements

• Previous experience inspecting, servicing, and troubleshooting commercial fire alarm systems.
• Strong understanding of conventional and addressable fire alarm systems.
• Ability to read fire alarm drawings, riser diagrams, sequence-of-operations documents, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting field wiring, initiating devices, notification appliances, modules, power supplies, communication equipment, and fire alarm control panels.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to accurately document completed work.
• Basic computer and mobile-device skills for electronic reports and service documentation.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and testing equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work from ladders and in commercial mechanical and electrical spaces.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with multiple fire alarm manufacturers and platforms.
• Familiarity with local AHJ requirements in the Denver metro area and Colorado Springs.
• Current applicable Denver and/or Colorado Springs fire alarm licensing or certification.
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification (preferred but not required depending on experience).
• Additional manufacturer certifications and fire alarm training.
• Qualifying licenses or certifications may make candidates eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test commercial fire alarm systems in accordance with applicable codes, manufacturer requirements, and local AHJ requirements.
• Troubleshoot system troubles, supervisory conditions, ground faults, communication failures, device issues, and other system deficiencies.
• Diagnose system problems and complete necessary repairs.
• Replace and install fire alarm devices, modules, notification appliances, initiating devices, power supplies, batteries, and other system components.
• Perform system programming and configuration when qualified and authorized.
• Test completed repairs to verify proper system operation.
• Complete accurate inspection reports, service tickets, deficiency documentation, and repair records.
• Communicate system conditions, deficiencies, and recommended repairs to customers and AFP management.
• Coordinate with customers, monitoring companies, inspectors, and other trades as necessary.
• Maintain an organized company vehicle, tools, equipment, and commonly used service materials.
• Follow applicable NFPA standards, local fire codes, manufacturer requirements, and company safety procedures.
• Participate in the company's on-call rotation and respond to emergency service calls as required.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service while representing Arapahoe Fire Protection in the field.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Sign-on bonus available for qualifying licensed or certified fire alarm technicians.
• Company-provided service vehicle for qualified field technicians.
• Tools and equipment necessary to perform the position.
• Manufacturer training, licensing, certification reimbursement, and continuing education opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities into senior technician, programming, inspection, project, supervisory, and management roles.

What This Job Offers

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