Fire Alarm Technician

Fire Alarm Technician
Specialized Fire & Security Inc
Riverdale, New Jersey, United States
Full‑Time Skilled Labor

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Fire Alarm Technician to join our team. In this role, you will provide technical field support and service to our customers. You will be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving customer issues, conducting on‑site installations and repairs, as well as ongoing training for customer personnel. Our employer offers an advancement plan and subsidizes 82.5% of the cost of medical benefits.

Additional benefits are available for purchase by the employee (e.g., vision, dental). New hires receive 15 days of PTO to start from January 1, prorated prior to that date. PTO increases with years in service, and employees are paid for 10 company holidays. If you are an ambitious and self‑motivated professional with a strong background in fire alarm safety products, we would love to have you as part of our team.

The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for the following:

• Coordinate with contractors during the installation of fire alarm systems sold by our company
• Perform system commissioning on fire alarm systems, including loading software programs and implementing modifications as necessary
• Conduct testing and inspect fire alarm systems under maintenance agreements
• Troubleshoot and repair network hardware and software issues
• Identify code and non‑conformance issues
• Make recommendations regarding both system installations and service contract facilities
• Generate detailed daily reports using company software on activities completed, deferred, and those requiring further action or material
• Support emergency on‑call assignments based on a rotational schedule

The qualified candidate for a Fire Alarm Technician should possess the following requirements:

• Associate’s degree in Electronics or related field or equivalent experience in the installation and maintenance of low voltage electronic systems
• Must be legally authorized to live within the United States
• Must be legally authorized to work within the United States
• Must be a legal citizen of the United States
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the installation and maintenance of Fire Safety Products
• Knowledge of Siemens Fire Alarm Equipment is a plus
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technology (NICET) Certification Requirements – Level I
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to read architectural and engineering drawings and prints
• Skilled in PC applications in a client/server environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to lift seventy‑five (75) pounds unassisted
• Ability to work on a lift up to 40 feet
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
• Must have a valid state driver’s license and good driving record