Fire Alarm Install Technician

What you will do 

• Install, program, configure, commission and service Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Systems including but not limited to; Simplex, as well as other related building system products at customer sites.    

How you will do it 

• Execute projects on time and within allocated installation hours. 

• Work with the project manager to resolve all discrepancies, and coordination problems that impair installation activities. 

• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.  

• Read and interpret complicated blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals.  Coordinate the installation activities with all trades to optimize installation time. Attend all required site meetings.  

• Instruct and train customers on functional operation of the equipment/system.  Conduct simulations and answer questions. 

• Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction. 

• Complete project documentation in a timely manner.  

• Adhere to all OSHA and SimplexGrinnell safety policies and procedures. Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation.   

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 

• Three (3) years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems. 

• 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. 

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

• 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 position such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc. 

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements. 

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service. 

• Ability to lead & work well with team members. 

• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times. 

•  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. 

• Ability to Overnight travel may be required. 

• Able and motivated to complete NICET Level 1 Certification within 12 months of hiring dat

•  Where legally permissible, if hired, candidate is required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 no later than his/her start date, unless candidate has a valid medical condition or sincerely held religious belief precluding he/she from receiving the vaccine.

Preferred 

• NICET Level II certification.  

• Local State licenses. 

• Knowledge of local Fire Codes