Fire Alarm Technician
The purpose of this position is to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
Why you should work here:
- Wages are based on skill level, experience and certifications
- Company vehicle and cell phone
- Competitive benefits!
- Training and field experience is provided to assist you with achieving your goals!
What you’ll be doing:
- Service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
- Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly and in accordance to manufacturer's specifications and to ensure excellent customer service
- Use a multimeter for particular voltage and resistance readings and circuit analysis.
- Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or programming tools
- Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (i.e. handle periodic oil changes, fueling, washing of vehicles, etc.)
- Complete proper paperwork and submit to the appropriate department on a daily basis.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by interacting with the Midwest Alarm Services internal/external customers (including, but not limited to: current customers, prospective customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, supervisors and management) in a mutually respectful manner regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and all other protected classes
- As this position develops, the employee may be assigned additional duties or special projects as deemed necessary by management
- On-call as required
- May oversee other technicians as required
What you’ll need:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Degree in Electronics (or 1-3 year’s related experience/training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must meet all proficiencies of a NICET Level II Technician
- Must have NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment
- Must be able to obtain specified license/certifications to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates.
- Valid driver’s license and be able to pass pre-employment background checks.
- Must have ability to service Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar fire alarm systems.
- Must have ability to service Video Surveillance/CCTV systems.
- Must have ability to service Card Access systems.
- Must have ability to service Nurse Call Systems.
- Must possess the values important to Midwest Alarm Services – Integrity, Communication, Excellent Service, and Accountability.