Fire Alarm Technician

Job Description

Location:
Gulf Coast Region (Mobile-Pensacola-New Orleans corridor)
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Overview

A well-established Fire & Life Safety organization is expanding its industrial division and seeking an experienced Industrial Fire Alarm Technician to join its growing team.

This is a growth-driven opportunity supporting a two-year backlog of secured work. The team is promoting internally into leadership and adding a strong industrial technician to support continued expansion.

If you have industrial and special hazard experience and can operate independently in complex environments, this is a high-impact role with long-term stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair fire alarm and life safety systems
  
  • Install systems on new construction projects using design drawings and specifications
  
  • Program and commission devices on-site
  
  • Perform inspections and clearly communicate repair or upgrade needs
  
  • Manage project materials and inventory
  
  • Maintain a clean, organized service vehicle
  
  • Operate company vehicle safely and maintain valid driver's license
  
  Work includes a mix of service and new construction (approximately 60/40).

Qualifications

• Industrial fire alarm experience required
  
  • Special hazard experience strongly preferred
  
  • Service AND new construction background
  
  • Ability to work independently or lead an apprentice
  
  • NICET II preferred (NICET III/IV highly valued)
  
  • Strong troubleshooting and commissioning skills
  
  Candidates with extensive industrial field experience will be considered even if certification level varies.

Compensation & Benefits

• $40 to mid $50s hourly (based on industrial experience)

• Company vehicle provided

• Bi-annual performance bonus

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

• Medical, dental, and vision options

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