Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Fire Alarm Technician, where your expertise will ensure the safety and security of commercial and industrial facilities through the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced fire alarm systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects, utilizing your technical skills to design, inspect, and service life-saving systems. As a vital part of our safety-focused team, you will be empowered to deliver top-tier service while expanding your knowledge in fire alarm technology and electrical systems.
Duties
- Install, test, and commission fire alarm systems in new construction and retrofit projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant codes and standards.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, system design documents, and CAD drawings to accurately implement system layouts.
- Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on fire alarm panels, sensors, detectors, and associated low voltage electrical components.
- Troubleshoot system issues using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment; identify faults in wiring or components and execute effective repairs.
- Perform construction inspections to verify proper installation practices for fire alarm wiring, sensors, and control panels.
- Collaborate with construction teams to coordinate system integration with other building systems such as sprinklers or mechanical controls.
- Maintain detailed service records, update system schematics, and prepare reports documenting work performed.
- Provide field service support by responding promptly to emergency calls or system failures to restore full operational readiness.
Qualifications
- Proven experience working with fire alarm systems, including installation, service technician roles, or related electrical experience.
- Strong knowledge of low voltage wiring practices, NEC (National Electrical Code) standards, and electrical safety protocols.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and CAD drawings accurately; familiarity with system design principles is highly desirable.
- Mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools and power tools for installation and repair tasks.
- Knowledge of sensors, alarms, fire sprinkler fitting basics, and fire alarm sales processes is a plus.
- Construction inspection experience ensuring adherence to safety standards and technical specifications.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to troubleshooting complex systems.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and clients in fast-paced environments. Join us as a Fire Alarm Technician if you’re passionate about safety technology, eager to grow your expertise in fire protection systems, and ready to make a meaningful impact through your technical skills!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.91 - $31.20 per hour
Work Location: Remote
