Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems Technician - Gables Search Group

We are hiring Fire Alarm and Suppression Professionals who have a passion for supporting customers and life safety.

This person will perform inspections, installation, testing, service and repairs of fire alarm systems, engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems. This includes confirming compliance with applicable life-safety and fire-safety requirements as mandated by standards, codes, manufacturers requirements, federal, state and local ordinances, customer requirements, and the expectations and requirements of the company. This is a fast-paced and demanding role with high visibility within the company.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Perform installation, inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems at the required frequencies in accordance with the requirements and instructions contained in the applicable NFPA codes and standards
• Perform programming, testing, final inspections, as-built drawings and customer training for installations.
• Troubleshoot and perform service and repair of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems
• Record and document all inspections, repairs, discrepancies, and recommendations either electronically or manually
• Maintain a good positive relationship with the customer and pass on information to the appropriate personnel for follow up, quotes, questions, or concerns
• Maintain vehicle in clean and orderly fashion. Keep vehicle stocked with parts, equipment, and supplies, necessary to perform the job
• Maintain equipment and tools necessary to safely perform job
• Evaluate customer site for additional equipment and services that customer may require
• Work in compliance with the Company's safety program
• Perform on-site and/or off-site (phone) emergency troubleshooting of fire alarm and suppression systems
• Discuss deficiencies noted with customer, explaining the problem and its resolution
• There may be situations which require work on nights, weekends, and/or holidays. For some locations, these demands will be more frequent or required than others. Discuss this with your Manager
• Must be comfortable with heights, working on ladders or lifts, or in confined spaces

QUALIFICATIONS

• State fire alarm/suppression license
• NICET Certification in Fire Alarm Systems desired
• Experience with electrical wiring and circuitry, desired
• Fire alarm systems experience, including alarm and detection, notification, sprinkler monitoring, and interfaces and controls for agent releasing suppression systems (either agent or water-based systems) in any of the following roles/functions:
  • installation
  • inspection
  • testing
  • commissioning
  • technical system estimating and sales
  • plans preparation
  • maintenance
• Must possess basic math skills including fractions, decimals and percentages
• Must possess the knowledge and ability to understand and operate basic computer functions. In addition, required to learn and use industry specific devices and software.
• Knowledge and understanding of low voltage and wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams
• Must currently have a valid U.S. driver's license