Fire Alarm Programmer ( Siemens

MCS is hiring for a Fire Alarm Programmer (Siemens Experience) in Orlando, FL. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits.

The Fire Alarm Programmer must demonstrate a strong ability to configure, program, test, and troubleshoot fire alarm control systems in accordance with project specifications, life safety codes, and customer requirements. The Fire Alarm Programmer will require excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, technicians, inspectors, and AHJs. It is important that candidates stay current with industry trends, manufacturer software platforms, NFPA standards, and applicable government regulations.

• Programming, configuring, and commissioning fire alarm control panels and associated devices based on approved project drawings and specifications.
• Uploading, downloading, modifying, and maintaining fire alarm system databases and software configurations.
• Conducting system testing and commissioning to verify communication between panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, and networked systems.
• Performing acceptance testing and assisting with final inspections to ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable codes.
• Diagnosing and resolving programming issues, system faults, communication failures, and software/firmware-related problems.
• Reviewing project plans, specifications, riser diagrams, and sequence of operations to ensure proper system functionality.
• Creating and maintaining accurate documentation of programming changes, panel configurations, testing results, and commissioning records.
• Assisting with system upgrades, retrofits, and networked fire alarm integrations.

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.

Certification Requirements: Factory certifications for Siemens fire alarm systems strongly preferred. Additional manufacturer certifications such as Notifier, Fire-Lite, Edwards/EST, Gamewell-FCI, Simplex, or Silent Knight are highly desirable.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-5 years of hands-on experience programming, commissioning, testing, and servicing fire alarm systems.
• Strong experience with Siemens fire alarm systems and associated programming software.
• Extensive knowledge of fire alarm control panels, networked systems, voice evacuation systems, and emergency communication systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, riser diagrams, sequence of operations, and technical specifications.
• Experience performing system commissioning, acceptance testing, troubleshooting, and diagnostics.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, government, or mission-critical facilities is highly preferred.

Fundamental Functions

Work Environment

• Work assignments may vary based on client requirements.
• Work may be performed inside a large facility. An inside environment may be a cubicle (considerations: close quarters, low to moderate noise, bright or dim lighting).
• Work may be performed in the field. Outside work may include various environmental conditions including hot, dusty, cold, wet, icy, or windy climates.

Schedule

• Regular attendance following an established work schedule is mandatory.
• It is important to be able to work any shift/designated hours required.
• You may be asked to continue performance during inclement weather or other conditions when others are not permitted to work.
• This position may require night and weekend work and could include travel to areas with varying field conditions.

Physical Requirements

• May require climbing ladders, working at heights and in small, confined spaces such as under raised floors, inside closets, and server racks.
• This position may require the operation of motor vehicles as an essential job function. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. The ability to operate company vehicles safely and responsibly is crucial. Employees may be subject to periodic motor vehicle record checks, and any discrepancies may impact eligibility for the position. MCS of Tampa assumes no liability for accidents, incidents, or violations that may occur while employees are operating motor vehicles for non-work-related purposes.
  
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