Fire Alarm Technician

Job Summary:

The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for the installation, testing, inspection, service, and repair of fire alarm systems. Respond to emergency and maintenance calls and troubleshoot/replace faulty devices to restore alarm panels to “normal condition”. Complete inspection and service reports.

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• Traveltocustomerlocationstoperforminstallation,service,andupgradesoffirealarmsystems.
• Respondtoemergencysituationsduringandafterbusinesshourstoresolvesafetyconcerns.
• Perform Annualand Semi -annualinspectionof
  
  Life Safety Systems .
• Write and provide inspection/service reports on tested equipment and devices.
  
  Indicate any deficiencies or corrections that need to be made.

• Troubleshootanddiagnosefaultsormalfunctionsinfirealarmsystemsandtakeappropriateactions.
• Performsystemupgrades,modifications,andexpansionsasnecessary.
• Collaboratewithcustomers,contractors,and other teammemberstoensure efficient and effective installation and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Maintainaccuraterecords of work performed, including service reports, inspection reports, and equipment inventory.
• Provide technical supportandguidance to customersregardingfire alarm systems, including system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Stay current with industry trends, codes,regulations,and technological advancements related to fire alarm systems.
• Adheretosafetyguidelinesandpractices,bothforpersonalsafetyandthesafetyofothers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
  
  Additional technical certifications or training in fire alarm systems is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and the ability to read electrical schematics.
• Proven experience working as a Fire Alarm Technician is preferred.
• Willing to support training/development for entry-level candidates. Technical aptitude preferred.
• Solid Knowledge of fire alarm systems, including installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, andrepair is preferred.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and standards, such as NFPA 72, NEC, and local firecodes is preferred.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers and team members.
• Abilityto work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and abilitytopass a drug and background check.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk,hearand have full use of hands. The employee is occasionally required tosit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee mustfrequentlylift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work from a ladder, and in some case, a man-lift.
• Must be able tooperatea motor vehicle and travel daily.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.