Senior Fire Alarm Service Technician

Viking Automatic Sprinkler Company Senior Fire Alarm Service Technician

1155

E. Whitcomb Ave
Madison Heights, MI 48071

Salary: 36.00 - 48.00 USD / HOUR

Do you have experience in the fire alarm trade looking for a new opportunity to build upon established success? Do you enjoy working on a variety of different types of projects and looking to grow you personal leadership in the industry? Then we are interested in talking to you about our opportunity.

VFP Fire Systems, a division of VFPG, in Madison Heights, MI is seeking a Senior Fire Alarm Service Technician to join our skilled team. We partner closely with our clients, earning their trust to safeguard their property and provide all their fire alarm needs. By delivering world-class fire alarm services and advanced technology, we ensure safety and peace of mind. The Senior Fire Alarm Service Technician role plays a critical part in our service.

In this role, you will service, diagnose, and repair/replace fire alarm systems, helping us uphold the high standards our customers depend on.

• Service, troubleshooting, and resolving existing fire alarm system issues
• Program and commission new fire alarm system installations
• Repair electronic components using electronic test equipment and replacement parts.
• Ensure systems comply with electrical and fire codes.
• Explain and demonstrate system function and operation to end users.
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with company staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Perform administrative duties including completing daily service acknowledgements, safety documentation, and other related duties as required.

• Extensive knowledge low voltage systems, fire alarm systems and installation
• Demonstrated ability to use codes and standards to install fire alarm systems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read installation and system manuals.
• Ability to read blueprints and building plans.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to install hardware.
• Experience in Fire Alarm and low voltage installation required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to pass Michigan FAST test within 6 months of employment
• Minimum 2+ years of Fire Alarm Service experience required
• 3+ years of Fire Alarm Service experience preferred

• Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders.
• Regularly ascend/descend ladders up to 16 feet.
• Physically able to install system hardware and wiring.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time to a height of 3-4 feet.
• Perform general job duties at an elevated height via aerial lift.

• $36/hr-$48/hr depending on experience and abilities
• PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-term disability, 401k with match, EPSP

• Viking Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, disability, protected veteran status, age, sex, race, color, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law
• Viking Fire Protection Group complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and qualified employees with disabilities. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Dan Broich.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.