Fire Alarm Technician

VIKING FIRE PROTECTION INC; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to fire safety! As a key player, you'll be responsible for servicing and inspecting fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with standards. Your expertise will shine as you troubleshoot existing systems and perform necessary upgrades. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that values your contributions. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow in a vital industry while making a real difference in community safety. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is the place for you!

Benefits

3 weeks of vacation

12 paid Statutory Holidays

5 paid personal days

Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan

Group RRSP with employer contributions

Supplemental training

Years of service Recognition Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fire protection systems service and inspection.
• Knowledge of CAN/ULC standards S524, S536, and S537.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and service fire alarm systems according to standards.
• Prepare inspection and deficiencies reports promptly.

Skills

Troubleshooting fire alarm systems

Programming fire alarm panels

Ability to work independently

Education

Diploma in Fire Protection Technology/Technologist

CFAA certification

Tools

Notifier products

Job description

You will mainly be responsible for the service and inspection of fire alarm systems according to standards and codes. Among other things, your responsibilities will be:

• Inspection, service and troubleshooting of existing fire alarm systems;
• Performing upgrades, repairs, additions or improvements to systems following inspection;
• Preparation of inspection, verification and deficiencies reports in a timely manner;
• Respond to emergency calls during evenings and weekends, on a rotational basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Diploma in Fire Protection Technology/Technologist;
• CFAA certification;
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in service and inspection of fire protection systems;
• Experience in programming fire alarm panels;
• Working knowledge of CAN/ULC standards S524, S536 and S537;
• Knowledge of Notifier products (an asset);
• Valid driver’s license;
• Ability to work well independently;

WHY JOIN VIKING

• Viking values, respects, and supports the interests of its employees from all walks of life. We will consider all qualified candidates.
• Competitive salary based on competencies and experience.
• 3 weeks of vacation from May 1st following 1 year of service, 12 paid Statutory Holidays and 5 paid personal days per year.
• Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan upon hiring, including the virtual care platform Dialogue for a quick access to healthcare services in many Canadian provinces.
• Group RRSP with employer contributions following 3 months of continuous service.
• Supplemental training according to employee, market or company needs.
• Years of service Recognition Program.

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