Fire Alarm Installer

What you will do

This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing. Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks. Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, but will primarily focus on networked fire alarm systems

How you will do it

Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems

Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed

Will be required to participate in after-hours service program

Communicate with central dispatch on current work order status and receive updates on outstanding customer issues

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals

Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer and contract specifications

Complete necessary certification courses on internal and external products used

Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner

What we look for

Required

At least 5 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems

NICET II Required

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals

Experience with hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices

Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.

Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.

Able to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements

Overnight travel may be required

Demonstrate a high level of customer service

Ability to lead & work well with team members

Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures

Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly

Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements

Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test

Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes

Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.

Preferred

Two-year Associates Degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or related field

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