Fire Alarm Technician

The Fire Alarm Technician role at Western States Fire Protection is responsible for inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment and conducting preventive maintenance for various manufacturers’ equipment. The technician should be self-motivated, customer service oriented, and have strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Tests all equipment after installation or repairs to ensure system performance.
• Troubleshoots ground faults, shorts, and open circuits.
• Works in compliance with the Company’s safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times.
• Provides daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements, and general status of jobs.
• Trains entry-level employees on Company procedures, system inspection and installation techniques.
• Ensures work is performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques.
• Coordinates with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client and that work is ready to be billed.

• Oregon LEA License or greater.
• 2+ years of Fire Alarm Technician experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes preferred.
• NICET I Certification within 2 years; NICET II Certification within 2 years after NICET I is achieved.
• Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components.
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance.
• Able to complete documentation as necessary; with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to use mobile electronics such as a tablet to record and transmit inspection documents.
• Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct deficiencies.
• Prepared to read and write English clearly; capable of presenting information and responding to questions from managers, customers, AHJ and the general public.
• Possess a valid driver’s license in accordance with Company policy.
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking.

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor