CFAA Fire Alarm Technician

Fire Safety and Protection; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Care

Dental

Vision

Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Job summary

Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) is seeking CFAA technicians to join a team delivering code-compliant fire safety and security solutions across Canada and the U.S. We offer growth through FSP University and certification support, with opportunities in installation, service, and inspection.

Role involves testing and servicing fire alarm systems, learning advanced CFAA techniques, and working across diverse sites. Join a company committed to leadership, quality, and employee development.

Qualifications

• Must have a CFAA License.
• Must be a UA Local 853 member in good standing or willing to join.
• Ability and desire to learn all facets of CFAA Technician role in fire alarm and security.
• Prior experience with monitoring systems, emergency lighting systems and security systems preferred.
• Notifier ESD experience is a plus; Siemens and/or Mircom ESD experience an asset.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Customer oriented mentality.
• Ability to work within the territory and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Testing, inspecting, verifying and servicing fire alarm systems and devices.
• Open to candidates with various levels of experience in fire alarm and security installation, service, and inspection.
• Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
• Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details, such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
• Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
• Follow local and national security standards.

Skills

CFAA License

UA Local 853 member

Learning aptitude

Monitoring systems experience

Security systems experience

Customer service orientation

Strong work ethic

Flexible hours

Willingness to travel

Tools

Notifier ESD

Siemens ESD

Mircom ESD

Job description

Embark on a rewarding career with Fire Safety and Protection (FSP)!

FSP's rich multi-decade history is built on lasting customer relationships and continued high-quality service. We are proud to offer a full suite of life safety solutions across the U.S. and Canada. Our certified technicians deliver code-compliant fire safety solutions tailored to our customers' needs. Its our goal to be the single source for our customers' inspection, maintenance, repair, design and installation of their fire and security systems. With continuous training in the latest technologies and regulations, our customers trust us for high-quality workmanship that keeps their building systems in optimal condition for ongoing safety.

We are military friendly!

At FSP, we believe military veterans bring unmatched dedication, discipline, and a strong sense of purpose—qualities that align perfectly with our mission to protect lives and property through high-quality fire and life safety services. Our team values leadership, precision, and teamwork—making FSP a natural next step for those who have served. FSP accepts technical certification credit for military experience in relevant fields.

Job Description

CFAA Technicians at Fire Safety and Protection enjoy learning and performing the full extent of what a CFAA offers a client, from Fire Alarm to Security installation, service, and inspection. We offer FSP University to support our CFAA Technician's growth. Come join us and find out the difference quality leadership makes to your career growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Testing, inspecting, verifying and servicing fire alarm systems and devices.
• Looking for all levels of experience in fire alarm and security installation, service, and inspection.
• Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
• Demonstrate systems for customers and explain details, such as the causes and consequences of false alarms.
• Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
• Follow local and national security standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a CFAA License.
• Must be a member in good standing of UA Local 853 or be willing to become a member.
• Ability and desire to learn all facets of the CFAA Technician role in fire alarm and security.
• Prior experience with monitoring systems, emergency lighting systems and security systems preferred.
• Notifier ESD preferred. Siemens and/or Mircom ESD experience an asset.
• Positive attitude & strong work ethic.
• Customer oriented mentality.
• Ability to work within the territory and surrounding areas.

Physical Requirements

• 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, stand prolonged periods of time, lift 35 lbs, and other requirements common to a CFAA Technician.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Differentiate color coding of cables.

Benefits

Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) provides comprehensive benefits to ensure the wellbeing of our employees:

• Extended Health Care
• Dental
• Vision
• LTD, STD
• Life Insurance
• EAP
• RRSP Matching
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Why FSP?

Supportive Culture:

We value our employees and provide ongoing training.

Career Growth:

Advance your career with guidance from industry experts as well as tuition reimbursement and pay incentives.

Broad Opportunities:

With offices in the eastern U.S. and Canada, we offer diverse locations and roles.

Client-Centered:

We serve commercial property owners and facility managers with dedication and care.

Rapid Growth:

Join us as we expand and invest in new markets.

Professional Development

FSP is committed to providing opportunities for employee career advancement within the Fire and Life Safety Industry. As part of this commitment, FSP offers various program sponsorships that reimburse employees for the costs of study materials and certification testing and provides tiered pay increases upon achievement of certification.

Health & Safety

The personal safety and health of each employee of our organization is of primary importance. We believe that our employees are our most important assets and that their safety is our greatest responsibility. It is Fire Safety and Protection, LLC's objective to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all employees. At FSP we believe that illnesses and injuries can and must be prevented. We believe in empowering each employee to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment.

FSP Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.