Alarm Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required
• Experience in Fire Protection/Life Safety industry
• Experience with fire detection systems including VESDA, FM200 and other gas extinguishing systems
• Knowledge of functions associated with testing of fire alarms, access control, and security systems.
• Complete knowledge of low voltage wiring, especially troubleshooting.
• High level of knowledge & application of National Fire Alarm Code
• Thoroughly capable of reading, interpreting, and applying system design plans, as well as building construction drawings and documents.
• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
• NICET Certification Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems required
• Must have valid Driver's License and clean Department of Motor Vehicles report
• All candidates offered a position must successfully pass pre-employment drug and background screens.

Responsibilities

• Install new systems and system components
• Inspect and test fire protection or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards
• Identify corrective actions necessary to bring alarm and detection systems into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives
• Make modifications and/or repairs to existing alarm and detection systems
• Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire codes, regulations, and alarm systems
• Respond to service calls for alarm and detection systems (may include emergency calls during non-standard working hours)
• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Weekly paydays.
• Up to 4% Employer Match on all 401k contributions.
• Fantastic Employee Assistance Program offering up to 12 free support visits annually.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Opportunities for training and growth, which can lead to pay raises!