fire alarm technician

Sentinel D.E.C Systems Inc; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the security sector is seeking an Alarm Technician for their Vaughan location. This entry-level role involves inspecting, installing, and repairing electronic equipment, primarily alarm systems. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant college diploma and strong communication skills, with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Entry level position requiring a college diploma.
• Experience with alarm/security systems is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair electronic equipment.
• Install and test alarm/security systems.
• Provide customer service and prepare cost estimates.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

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• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
  
  

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
  
  

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy
• Outdoors
  
  

Work setting

• Urban area
• On-site customer service
• Service
• Various locations
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Inspect products to determine the requirements for repair
• Install electronic equipment
• Repair electronic equipment
• Inspect and test electronic equipment and assemblies
• Repair or replace defective or worn-out parts and components using hand, power or specially designed tools
• Diagnose and locate circuit, component and equipment faults
• Test and adjust repaired products for proper functioning
• Adjust, align, replace or repair electronic equipment and assemblies
• Calibrate products using hand tools
• Complete work orders, test and maintenance reports
• Prepare cost estimates
• Supervise other electronic equipment service technicians
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Provide customer service
  
  

Experience and specialization

Type of service and repair

• Alarm/security system
  
  

Computer and technology knowledge

• Wireless networks
• Information technology
  
  

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Fast-paced environment
  
  

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
  
  

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Values and ethics
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
  
  

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
  
  

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Does not require Canadian work experience
  
  

Support for Veterans

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
• Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
  
  

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
  
  

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
• Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)
  
  

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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