Fire Alarm & Security Technician

Description

• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc.
• Safely follow and perform procedures to handle, remove and replace explosive actuators such as squibs and gas cartridge actuators.
• Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Troubleshoot to determine fault or faults to include ground faults with fire alarm systems.
• Complete documentation on work orders
• Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.
• Understand and follow SFP’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Employee must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.
• Train service technician trainees on all applicable aspects of fire protection.
• Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components such as FACP, power supply, alarm-initiating devices, etc.

Requirements

• 2 years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred.
• NICET or state specific certification, preferred.
• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
• Programing and software knowledge with a variety of fire alarm systems that is used when removing or replacing components.
• Must be able to comply with SFP’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• 2 years of professional computer skills, preferred
• Knowledge of different manufactures clean agent and high-pressure suppression systems.
• NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, strongly preferred
• Occasional travel up to 20%.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
• Appropriate use of required tools and test equipment such as multi-meter, megger, laptop to program, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components.
• 2 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required.
• Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Medical Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
• Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Employee Referral Program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance