Fire Alarm Technician (CFAA)

Levitt-Safety Limited; Oakville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Technician to join their dynamic Oakville team. In this role, you will perform crucial inspections, verifications, and maintenance on fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with fire codes and safety standards. You'll coordinate with subcontractors and contribute to health and safety initiatives while being the face of the company for customer safety needs. This opportunity offers competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive company culture that values your contributions and promotes equity in the workplace.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

EAP Benefits

Company-matched RRSP

Annual Profit-sharing

Qualifications

• Valid CFAA Registration required.
• 3-5 years experience in Fire Detection and Programming Addressable Panels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and maintenance of fire alarm systems as per NFPA guidelines.
• Verify and program fire alarm systems and maintain necessary records.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

CFAA Registration

3-5 years Industry experience

Tools

Fire Alarm Systems

NFPA Guidelines

ULC Codes

Job description

Levitt-Safety has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to join our Oakville team in Ontario.

Summary

As the successful candidate, you will be part of a dynamic team and exert a high level of confidence in performing verifications, certifications, maintenance/inspections, and repairs on fire alarm systems as per applicable fire codes.

Main Responsibilities

1. Regular inspections and maintenance of fire alarm systems and equipment including repairs and documenting deficiencies, according to NFPA guidelines.
2. Verify newly installed fire alarm systems, breaker panels associated to fire alarms and complete verification reports and program addressable panels.
3. Maintain code-mandated records of all inspections, testing, repairs, system impairments and other associated paperwork per Levitt ISO standards.
4. Coordinate and supervise sub-contractors as required and assist in special project management working closely with the design team project manager.
5. Respond to after-hours emergency calls.
6. Ongoing participation in health and safety initiatives including the development of JHAs and safe work practices relevant to the role.
7. Being the face of Levitt-Safety for our customers and their onsite safety needs.

Ideal Qualifications

1. Valid CFAA Registration.
2. Minimum of 3-5 years Industry experience in Fire Detection, Special Hazards, and Programming Addressable Panels.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Working knowledge of applicable NFPA, ULC, and Fire codes.
5. Ability to pass pre-employment checks.

What We Offer

1. Competitive pay tied to your experience and qualifications.
2. Medical, dental, vision, EAP and other group health insurance benefits for you and your family.
3. Company-matched RRSP contribution plan.
4. Annual profit-sharing opportunity.
5. A company culture based on our Face of Levitt-Safety Fundamentals and family values, where we truly believe that people are our most important asset.

Levitt-Safety is committed to the principle of employment equity in the workplace and ensures that our practices of hiring are based on qualifications and ability. We invite all applicants, including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous Peoples to apply for our career opportunities. We understand that experience comes in many forms and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] in the application. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.