Fire Alarm Technician

Fire Alarm Technician

Facilities Development and Management seeks a Fire Alarm Technician to install, test, maintain, perform shutdowns, modify and repair fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, and other fire systems. This involves low voltage systems and networks related to fire alarms and sprinkler systems, security systems, and access control systems along with the central monitoring station.

Essential duties include analyzing blueprints, schematics, and drawings of fire alarm, sprinkler, and other related electrical systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems and to properly identify current systems. The technician may plan the layout and perform installations of new or remodeled alarm systems. They perform preventative maintenance and inspections of fire alarm components, systems, and related equipment which includes starting/stopping equipment, system testing, general cleaning, removing/installing serviceable parts, identifying problems and needed repairs.

They examine, test, troubleshoot/diagnose and complete necessary repairs to alarms, sensors, system wiring, and computerized alarm monitoring systems, alarm communication network, and fire/emergency system devices. They create various reports that are used to document the operation of Fire Alarm Systems. They view electrical layouts contained on builder's blueprints to determine appropriate fire alarm system to ensure compliance of electrical and fire codes.

They assist with maintenance of computerized fire monitoring systems. They provide cost estimates for system installation to requesting departments. They install fire alarm system components as assigned for purpose of providing enhanced or upgraded system capabilities. They review the fire alarm work of outside contractors for the purpose of ensuring that the projects are completed and are within local/state/federal codes, regulations and specifications.

They communicate with other trades to complete projects/work orders. They work with ASU Fire Marshall to ensure completion of inspections. They record and document activities performed to convey information to co-workers and requesting departments. They respond to emergency situations during and after hours for purpose of assisting emergency responders and resolve immediate safety concerns. They use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Days and schedule:
Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm. This position is based at ASU's Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Salary ranges:

• Fire Alarm Technician I: $27.50 – $31.99 per hour.
• Fire Alarm Technician II: $32.00 – $36.99 per hour.
• Fire Alarm Technician III: $37.00 – $45.00 per hour.

Desired qualifications include experience in working with fire and security alarm systems, computer hardware and software programs. Programming fire alarm systems in order to perform trouble shooting and resolution. Working with a variety of fire alarm systems. Programming and troubleshooting of Computer and Device Networks. Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA 72 and NFPA 25 fire alarm systems and central station systems testing and maintenance.

Simplex, Edwards EST 3, JCI, FCI, Notifier system, DACT dialers, and DACR central station receivers. NICET level II or higher Fire Alarm Systems Certification. EST3 Series Certification Fire & Life Safety Technician or General Electrician Certification. Professional membership in the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA). Effective communication skills to perform essential job functions.

Working environment includes lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 75 pounds, some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and using significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed under temperature extremes and in a generally hazard free environment and occasionally in confined spaces. Use hand and power tools, ladders, Fire System related testing devices, safety/protection devices such as fall protection equipment.

May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require…