Fire Alarm & Security Technician

Description

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

Requirements

• NICET or state specific certification, preferred.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
• Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
• 2 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required.
• Must be able to travel 90% of the time, locally.
• 2 years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred.
• NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, 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.
• Knowledge of different manufactures clean agent and high-pressure suppression systems.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
• 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.
• 2 years of professional computer skills, preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance