Fire Alarm & Suppression Technician Level III

Overview

Fire Alarm & Suppression Technician Level III role at Certa Site
. This role focuses on life safety through fire alarm and suppression systems, including inspections, installation, testing, service and repairs of fire alarm systems and engineered/pre-engineered suppression systems. The candidate ensures compliance with applicable life-safety and fire-safety requirements as mandated by standards, codes, manufacturers requirements, federal, state and local ordinances, customer requirements, and company expectations. This is a fast-paced role with high visibility within the company.

• Perform installation, inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems at required frequencies in accordance with NFPA codes and standards.
• Perform programming, testing, final inspections, as-built drawings and customer training for installations. Troubleshoot and perform service and repair of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems.
• Record and document all inspections, repairs, discrepancies, and recommendations electronically or manually.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers and relay information to appropriate personnel for follow-up, quotes, questions, or concerns.
• Maintain a clean and orderly vehicle, stocked with parts, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform the job.
• Maintain equipment and tools required to safely perform the job.
• Evaluate customer sites for additional equipment and services the customer may require.
• Work in compliance with the company s safety program.
• Perform on-site and/or off-site (phone) emergency troubleshooting of fire alarm and suppression systems.
• Discuss deficiencies noted with customers, explaining the problem and its resolution.
• Be flexible for nights, weekends, and/or holidays as required by location; discuss expectations with your Manager.
• Must be comfortable with heights, ladders or lifts, and confined spaces.

• Minimum of 5 years of fire detection and signaling systems experience, including:
• At least 33 months of fire alarm systems experience (installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, commissioning, system estimating, plan preparation, code compliance review, project management, or technical management).
• Five years may include up to 3 months of related experience; three additional years from Level II must include field experience, team leadership, and at least one year in a fire alarm systems technical management role.
• Ability to calculate basic math (fractions, decimals, percentages).
• Proficiency with basic computer functions and software; willingness to learn industry-specific devices and software.
• Knowledge of low voltage wiring and the ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Valid U.S. driver s license.

• 5–10 years of experience with fire alarm and suppression systems.
• NICET III Certification in Fire Alarm Systems.
• State license in the relevant state.
• Experience with electrical wiring and circuitry (desired).

Overtime may be required and hours may vary by location. Work may occur in hot or cold environments with dust exposure. Occasional overnight travel to customer locations. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Frequent climbing of ladders, pulling wire, and moving equipment. Walking, bending, kneeling, and overhead work. Driving required; PPE must be worn as per safety standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.