Fire Alarm Technician

BGIS Global Integrated Solutions Limited; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 41,989 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

BGIS Global Integrated Solutions Limited is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician in Northwestern Ontario to perform compliance inspections and risk assessments related to fire prevention. The role requires a CFAA certification and offers a full-time position with an hourly rate between $30.48 and $42.00 based on experience and competencies.

The successful candidate will communicate effectively with building occupants and stakeholders, support fire safety training, and actively participate in project meetings.

Qualifications

• Completion of Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification.
• Good knowledge of fire and life safety practices.
• Various levels of job-related experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities ensuring compliance with codes and regulations.
• Analyze causes of fire alarms and communicate solutions.
• Assist property management with fire and life safety support.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to self-start

Fire Alarm Technician experience

Education

College diploma in Fire Protection or equivalent

Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification

Job description

SUMMARY

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, 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.

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. Creating action plans and recommendations to resolve any issues related to Fire Life safety compliance requirements, i.e. emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, fire doors/separations, and fire alarm systems, etc.
• Inspect Fire Alarm systems and components as required by regulatory requirements for compliance and complete required repairs as required.
• Analyze the causes of fire alarms and trouble calls, following up and communicating with stakeholders to provide solutions.
• Communicate with building occupants and stakeholders to address or expedite concerns.
• Provide necessary support with the main client of the building and assist in coordinating evacuation plans.
• Assist the property management team and various stakeholders with fire and life safety support/training 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.
• 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.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Fire Alarm Technician experience working in a commercial environment would be an asset.

This is a regular, full-time position with an hourly pay rate of $30.48 - $42.00 per hour. The starting rate will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

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 [e-mail].