Senior Fire Alarm Technician

Senior Fire Alarm Technician

Responsible for installing, programming, and servicing Fire Alarm systems; serves as the point of contact for service, manages installation projects and budgets, leads crews, and works with customers to integrate related building systems.

• Electrical background and knowledge of electronic equipment.
• Low‑voltage background including relays, loops, and inputs/outputs.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems and test equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair systems at the customer’s location efficiently and timely.
• Strong communication skills.
• PC skills, including Microsoft Office, Command Prompt, and capacity to learn manufacturer‑specific software.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to read schematics and understand relay logic.
• Willingness to travel to project locations.
• Knowledge of Edwards Life Safety equipment preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude.
• Experience in reading blueprints and operational materials.

• References.
• Background check.
• Drug screen testing.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Diagnose and repair physical security systems at the customer location efficiently and timely, restoring full functionality.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required by service and maintenance contracts.
• Troubleshoot issues remotely using provided software and an internet connection.
• Travel to customer locations throughout Florida and Georgia on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Work independently to research and resolve equipment issues.
• Serve as an on‑call technician in a rotating schedule with other technicians.
• Complete special projects and other duties assigned.
• Assist with other technical support issues as needed.

• Valid state driver’s license.
• Post‑secondary certificate preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in a related position or field.
• NICET II certification or higher preferred.

• Work in various weather elements: heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Work in all commercial facility types, including hospitals, schools, universities, industrial sites, military bases, prisons, detention centers, and manufacturing facilities.
• Utilize construction site sanitary facilities (Porta‑Johns).
• Maintain personal tools at all times.
• Operate ladders and move/relocate ladders independently.
• Carry personal weight with tools within ladder weight limits.
• Work at heights up to 90 feet on ladders, scaffolds, aerial work platforms, catwalks, and other safe work areas.
• Work in restricted or confined spaces such as network closets and crawl spaces.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Work a minimum of 40 hours per week plus overtime as required; night shifts, weekends, and out‑of‑town travel may be required.

• Comprehension of construction drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Safe use of required power tools.
• Practice and adhere to safe work procedures outlined in the Company Safety Handbook.
• Operate two‑handed tools as required: cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, etc.
• Read and interpret maps, manuals, site directions, and written instructions.
• Good hearing and vision (corrected if necessary).
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Lift objects up to 50 pounds; frequent lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Tolerate prolonged standing and foot movement.
• Climb ladders of all types.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers; over‑head work for full day assignments.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Health, life, dental, vision plans, PTO, holiday pay, and more.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Apprenticeship programs and workforce…