Fire Alarm Technician

Fire Alarm Technician

The purpose of this position is to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and other Life Safety systems.

Why you should work here:

• Wages are based on skill level, experience and certifications
• Company vehicle and cell phone
• Competitive benefits!
• Training and field experience is provided to assist you with achieving your goals!

What you’ll be doing:

• Service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Maintains compliance with company policies; consults with supervisor/management to ensure consistent corrective measures are taken and documentation completed
• Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly and in accordance to manufacturer's specifications and to ensure excellent customer service
• Use a multimeter for particular voltage and resistance readings and circuit analysis.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or programming tools
• Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (i.e. handle periodic oil changes, fueling, washing of vehicles, etc.)
• Complete proper paperwork and submit to the appropriate department on a daily basis.
• As this position develops, the employee may be assigned additional duties or special projects as deemed necessary by management
• On-call as required
• May oversee other technicians as required

What you’ll need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Degree in Electronics (or 1-3 year’s related experience/training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must meet all proficiencies of a NICET Level II Technician and achieve NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment
• Must be able to obtain specified license/certifications to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates.
• Valid driver’s license and submit to pre-employment background check
• Must have ability to service Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar fire alarm systems; Video Surveillance/CCTV systems, Card Access systems and Nurse Call Systems.

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