What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Technician position at Guardian Fire Services?
Fire Alarm Service & Installation technician (SIGN ON BONUS)!!!!!!
When reliability is a must, Independence Fire Sprinkler is the partner you can trust. With over 70 years of combined industry expertise, our team is fully equipped to handle all of your Fire & Life Safety needs. Conveniently located just minutes from PHL airport, our commitment to safeguarding lives and protecting properties has earned us the reputation as the leading Fire Solutions Provider in the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware Valley.
At Independence we take pride in customer satisfaction and building quality relationships. We are dedicated to making a difference and are looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician who shares our values to be part of our exceptional team. If you are an experienced technician who is committed to improving safety and making a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Install and program new Fire Alarm systems ensuring manufacture specifications are met
- Install cabling, field devices, and control according to the specifications
- Test and verify all supervisory, alarm, signaling, auxiliary, and panel functions for proper operation
- Must be able to read, review, and interpret CAD drawings, schematics, and vendor installation sheets
- Install and program security systems, CCTV systems, and access control systems
- Provide client instructions and demonstrate how to operate the newly installed system
- Service existing accounts
- Provide job status updates to all necessary departments
- Train and mentor junior installation technicians
- Maintain appropriate truck equipment and stock
- Adhere to all safety and compliance policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Experience with Fire Alarm installation, service, security, and maintenance.
- Experience with low voltage systems
- Experience with hand tools, volt meters, and tone generator
- Current driver’s license and clean driving record (required)
- NICET certification (preferred but not required)
- Ability to work independently and think critically
- Background checks
Schedule:
- Monday – Friday
- Typically an 8 hour shift
- On call rotation
- After hours emergency response as needed
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401K with employer match
- PTO
- SIGN ON BONUS
- Company vehicle and gas card
- Pay range is Based on Experience and Level of Certifications
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