Low Voltage Technician
About The Position
AMPAM, through its Coastal Fire & Integration Systems division, is seeking experienced Low Voltage Technicians to perform testing, inspections, service, troubleshooting, and maintenance of low voltage and life safety systems throughout the San Diego area. The role focuses on fire alarm inspections and NFPA 72 compliance, diagnosing system deficiencies, customer-facing service work, and working with access control, CCTV, security, and audio/video systems. The technician performs scheduled fire alarm inspections, tests and inspects life safety equipment, installs and services low-voltage systems, documents findings, and supports acceptance testing and customer inspections. The position involves coordinating with customers, inspectors, project managers, and internal service teams while following company safety policies and OSHA requirements. Technicians represent AMPAM and Coastal Fire & Integration Systems in customer interactions. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future employment sponsorship. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and may make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of fire alarm service, inspection, testing, or troubleshooting experience.
- Experience working with commercial fire alarm systems.
- Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes.
- Ability to read and interpret fire alarm plans and specifications.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future employment sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Edwards fire alarm systems.
- NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification.
- Low-voltage systems experience.
- OSHA 10 Certification.
- Experience supporting multifamily facilities.
Responsibilities
- Perform annual, semi-annual, quarterly, and monthly fire alarm inspections in accordance with NFPA 72 and local AHJ requirements.
- Test and inspect fire alarm systems, initiating devices, notification appliances, sprinkler monitoring devices, duct detectors, relays, annunciators, and related life safety equipment.
- Install, service, inspect, and troubleshoot access control, CCTV, security, fire alarm, and audio/video systems.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose Edwards fire alarm systems.
- Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
- Complete inspection reports, service documentation, and deficiency reports accurately and promptly.
- Support fire alarm acceptance testing and customer inspections.
- Read and interpret fire alarm drawings, riser diagrams, and system documentation.
- Coordinate with customers, inspectors, project managers, and internal service teams.
- Maintain compliance with company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
- Provide customer service while representing AMPAM and Coastal Fire & Integration Systems.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $40.00 to $45.00 per hour.
- Stable, long-term career opportunity.
- Growth opportunities within a leading MEP and Fire Life Safety organization.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Safety-focused culture.
- Opportunity to work on critical life safety systems throughout Southern California.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
