Fire Alarm Technician

BGIS; Belleville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management firm in Ontario is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations. Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, analyzing fire alarm causes, and assisting clients with evacuation plans. Candidates should have a college diploma in Fire Protection, CFAA certification, and strong interpersonal skills. This role offers opportunities for development within various operational and project management roles.

Qualifications

• Completion of Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA).
• Driver's license is required.
• Fire Alarm Technician experience in a commercial environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities for compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Analyze causes of fire alarms and communicate solutions.
• Provide support for evacuation plans.

Skills

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

College diploma in Fire Protection or equivalent

Completion of Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification

Job description

Overview

The Fire Alarm Technician will report to the Regional Operations Manager. In this role, the Fire Alarm Technician will be responsible for completing code-compliant testing and inspections. Additionally, assessing risks, reporting, and proposing possible solutions on topics related to fire prevention in compliance with the ULC, NFC, NFPA and other regulatory requirements. They will liaise between building occupants, facility managers, and various stakeholders with BGIS. This role will work in collaboration with all key BGIS departments to ensure full support of all activities and play a key role in our INTEGRATED approach to operating buildings.

Opportunities for Development: At BGIS we are committed to the development of our people – offering them opportunities to learn and grow into various roles. Success in the role offers Team Members the opportunity to explore various roles – some include:

• On Account Operational roles
• Facility Management Office roles
• Project Management roles to lead and execute projects

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Completion of Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA)
• Driver's license is required

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities, ensuring compliance with the applicable codes and regulations. Create action plans and recommendations to resolve any issues related to Fire Life safety compliance requirements, e.g., emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, fire doors/separations, and fire alarm systems.
• Inspect Fire Alarm systems and components as required by regulatory requirements for compliance and complete required repairs as needed.
• Analyze causes of fire alarms and trouble calls, follow up and communicate with stakeholders to provide solutions.
• Communicate with building occupants and stakeholders to address or escalate their concerns.
• Provide the necessary support with the main client of the building and assist in the coordination of evacuation plans.
• Assist the property management team and various stakeholders with fire and life safety support/training as required.
• As required, actively participate in project requirements meetings and take responsibility for the areas of their expertise.
• Other duties as required

Knowledge & Skills

• College diploma in Fire Protection or equivalent
• Completion of Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification
• Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information clearly
• Various levels of job-related experience will be considered
• Have a good knowledge of fire and life safety practices, as well as related codes/regulations and authorities having jurisdiction
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to self start working individually and/or work in teams
• Ability to interpret and analyze data
• Strong communication skills, including written, comprehension and verbal
• Problem-solving skills
• Fire Alarm Technician experience working in commercial environment would be an asset

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

BGIS est un employeur qui respecte l'égalité des chances et nous vous invitons à postuler pour un poste chez nous ! Si vous avez besoin d'un accommodement pendant le processus de recrutement, veuillez nous contacter à askHR. En cas de demande d'accommodement, nous discuterons avec le candidat en question et fournirons, ou ferons en sorte de fournir, un accommodement approprié d'une manière qui tiendra compte des besoins d'accessibilité du candidat en fonction de son handicap.