Fire Alarm Technician

MacDonald Search Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health and dental benefits

RRSP contributions

Paid vacation

Company holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth

Job summary

MacDonald Search Group is recruiting for a Fire Alarm Technician in Calgary to service, commission, and test commercial fire alarm systems while delivering dependable customer support and building a long-term career with an industry leader.

You will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and start up systems, respond to service calls, and prepare accurate reports. The role offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, comprehensive benefits, RRSP contributions, paid vacation, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' commercial fire alarm experience.
• 2+ years' experience with installation, commissioning, start-up, and servicing of fire alarm systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with Edwards systems and EST-3/EST-4 certifications are assets.
• Diploma or degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or related field is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial fire alarm systems.
• Perform system start-ups, programming, commissioning, and final testing.
• Respond to scheduled and emergency service calls.
• Complete accurate service reports and communicate project updates.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while ensuring all work meets safety and industry standards.
• Mentor junior technicians when required.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Education

Diploma or degree in Electronics Engineering Technology

Tools

Edwards systems

EST-3/EST-4

Job description

We're working with a global systems integrations firm to find a dynamic Fire Alarm Technician to join their growing Calgary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused technician who enjoys troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning commercial fire alarm systems while building a long-term career with a respected industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial fire alarm systems.
• Perform system start-ups, programming, commissioning, and final testing.
• Respond to scheduled and emergency service calls.
• Complete accurate service reports and communicate project updates.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while ensuring all work meets safety and industry standards.
• Mentor junior technicians when required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' commercial fire alarm experience.
• 2+ years of experience with installation, commissioning, start-up, and servicing of fire alarm systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with Edwards systems and EST-3/EST-4 certifications are considered strong assets.
• Diploma or degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or a related field is an asset.

What's in It for You?

• Highly Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Employer RRSP contributions
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth with a stable, team-oriented organization

MSG is committed to building diverse, high-performing teams reflective of the Canadian labour market. All qualified applicants will be considered.