CFAA FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN

Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company leased vehicle

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd. in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to join our team.

The role involves maintenance, inspections, and repairs on fire alarm, fire extinguisher, emergency lighting, and other life safety systems at our Ottawa branch. Qualifications include CFAA certification, 2 years electronics education or equivalent, 5+ years in fire alarm systems, and strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• CFAA certification is required.
• Two years of community college in electronics or equivalent training/work experience is an asset.
• 5+ years of previous training/experience in fire alarm systems is required.
• Programming experience is preferred.
• Proficient in the use of computers.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Exceptional customer service and organizational skills.
• Must be available to work afternoons/nights on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest standard of system reliability and client satisfaction.
• Perform verifications on fire alarm systems.
• Complete work orders and report in a timely fashion.
• On-call for emergency service calls/work.
• Act as liaison between customer and Troy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Proficient in computers

Valid driver’s license

Afternoons/nights availability

Education

CFAA required

Two years electronics college or equivalent

Job description

Location: Ottawa, OntarioType: In the Office Our Ottawa, ON branch is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to join their team! In this role the Fire Alarm Technician will be responsible for assisting with duties of maintenance, inspections and repairs on fire alarm, fire extinguisher, emergency lighting systems and other life safety systems as required. Troy is a 2025 and 2026 winner of the Canada's Best Managed Companies program! This posting is for a current vacancy Qualifications

• Completion of CFAA required
• Two years of community college in electronics is desired, or equivalent training or work experience will be an asset
• 5+ years of previous training/experience in fire alarm systems is required
• Programming experience preferred
• Proficient in the use of computers
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record
• Exceptional customer service skills and organizational skills
• Must be available to work afternoons/nights on an ongoing basis!

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will ensure that the highest standard of system reliability and client satisfaction are met
• Perform verifications on fire alarm systems
• Complete work orders and report in a timely fashion
• On-call for emergency service calls/work
• Act as liaison between customer & Troy
• Other duties as assigned

Why work for us: Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd. is one of the largest suppliers of Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression, Security, Nurse call and Communications Systems in Canada. As an Edwards Authorized National Partner, Troy is proudly Canadian. We are an employee-owned company with over 1300 people in 28 locations coast to coast. An entrepreneurial company with a legacy of success, we pride ourselves on having a team of industry leading talent and an exciting plan for the future. Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd. offers an excellent compensation package, including a company leased vehicle and a comprehensive benefits program including paid sick time. Discover a company committed to ensuring an environment that fosters employee and corporate growth while providing financial success to both. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available, upon request, throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.