Fire Alarm Technician

Established in 1986, United States Alliance Fire Protection, Inc. is a financially strong contractor dedicated to saving lives and property through the life-safety systems we install and service. We seek to hire candidates with a can-do attitude who are ready to apply their problem-solving skills with an innovative, best-in-class company that highly values ingenuity and personal integrity. Training will be provided for the best-qualified applicant who may lack some of the desired experiences outlined below.

What we offer

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Insurance Programs
• 401K
• Profit-Sharing Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Competitive pay range commensurate with education/specialized training and experience

Fire Alarm Installation and Service

The function of this position is to provide reliable, high-quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventative maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers’ equipment.

The pay range is $30-$45 / hr., depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Personal organization is necessary to meet deadline-driven tasks in a timely manner
• Communication skills for customer interaction consistent with USA Fire’s stated Purpose/Mission/Values
• Conduct installations, inspections, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems per NFPA standards
• Ability to assist in the sale and design of Fire Alarm Systems

Job Qualifications

• General computer knowledge and skills
• Programming certifications in: Gamewell, Silent Knight, and/or Fire-Lite, a plus but not required
• Ability to verbally communicate clearly on job sites and in construction meetings
• Ability to safely navigate construction sites unescorted
• Safely climb ladders
• Wear standard personal protective equipment as required by the USA Fire Safety Manual and OSHA on construction sites
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and work on overhead equipment.
• Prospective Employees must submit to and pass a Background check and drug screening prior to employment.

Required Experience

• Advanced operational knowledge of fire alarm systems
• NICET Certification in Fire Alarm Systems
• Familiarity with the basic operational knowledge of fire alarm systems