Fire Alarm Technician

PATRIOT FIRE PROTECTION INC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fire protection company as a Fire Alarm Technician, where your expertise in electronic fire alarm systems will save lives and protect assets. This role involves hands-on installation and maintenance of cutting-edge technology, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while promoting professional growth and ongoing learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in fire alarm installation.
• 2+ years in fire alarm inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Understanding of NEC (low voltage) and NFPA 72.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, program, and configure fire alarm systems.
• Test and inspect fire alarm systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes including NFPA standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Compliance

Technical Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Why You'll Love This Role : You’ll thrive in this role if you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology and life-saving systems. As a Fire Alarm Technician, you’ll master diverse proprietary and non-proprietary electronic fire alarm systems and engage in hands-on work, from installation to programming. You’ll make a real difference in safety by identifying, documenting and solving complex problems as an expert in alarm technology plus have the opportunity to develop additional skills with ongoing learning and certifications.

If you enjoy interacting with a wide range of people - from colleagues to customers and authorities - this position will let you shine. It's a chance to make a real difference, knowing that your work directly contributes to saving lives and protecting assets.

What You'll Do :

• Installation & Programming : Install, maintain, repair, program and configure fire alarm systems and equipment at customer sites
• Testing : Test and inspect fire alarm systems, batteries and electrical wiring
• Compliance : Ensure work complies with relevant codes including NFPA standards
• Documentation : Complete inspection and correction reports and maintain required records
• Customer Service : Convey system operations to customers and respond to emergency service calls
• Professional Growth : Embrace opportunities to learn, grow, and take on additional responsibilities

What We’re Looking For :

• High School Diploma or GED
• 4+ years in fire alarm installation
• 2+ years in fire alarm inspections, maintenance, and / or repairs
• Understanding of NEC (low voltage) and NFPA 72
• Familiarity with water-based fire sprinkler systems
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs
• Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment, utility vaults (confined spaces), above ceilings, etc.
• Able to work a full-time yet flexible schedule
• Valid driver’s license with excellent driving record
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times
• Background checks will be conducted after a conditional job offer is made. We evaluate criminal history based on its relevance to the job duties.
• Note : this is a safety sensitive role requiring a clear drug screen including cannabis.

Ideal Candidate Attributes :

• Continually seeks ways to improve efficiencies
• Desire to grow and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor including good judgment and honesty
• Operates methodically and is well organized
• Takes initiative and can operate with minimal guidance
• Trains teammates and openly shares knowledge and experience
• Customer-centric : goes the extra mile to get the job done correctly

Compensation : $65,000 - $95,000 per year

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding challenge and contribute to a thriving team, apply now to become our next Fire Alarm Tech!

Patriot Fire Protection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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