Junior Fire Alarm Technician

Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd.; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fire safety services company located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, seeks a qualified technician to perform maintenance and inspections on fire alarm systems. Candidates should possess strong customer service and communication skills, a valid driver’s license, and relevant educational background. Experience in electronics and proficiency in computer use are desired. The chosen candidate will work closely with certified technicians and ensure client satisfaction in fire safety services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D or equivalent working experience required.
• Must be registered in or have completed the CFAA Fire Alarm Technician courses.
• Two years of community college in electronics is desired.
• Proficiency in the use of computers.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate neat and accurate report writing.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from on-site fire alarm technicians and support staff.
• Perform maintenance and inspections on fire safety systems.
• Ensure system reliability and client satisfaction.
• Complete work orders and report in a timely fashion.
• Learn and understand applicable codes and standards.
• Provide onsite assistance to certified technicians.

Skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Excellent communication skills – both oral and written

Organizational skills

Proficiency in the use of computers

Education

High School Diploma, G.E.D or equivalent

Completed CFAA Fire Alarm Technician courses

Two years of community college in electronics

Job description

Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Type: On the Road

Nature & Scope

• Take direction from the on-site fire alarm technicians, supervisors, coordinators, and/or support staff as defined by company policies
• Perform duties of maintenance and inspections on fire alarm, fire extinguisher and emergency lighting systems where qualified to do so.
• Ensure that the highest standard of system reliability and client satisfaction are met.
• Complete work orders and report in a timely fashion
• Be responsible for learning and understanding applicable ULC Standards, Building Codes, Fire Codes, CSA, Canadian Electrical Code and other codes & standards which apply to their local areas.
• Provide onsite assistance to certified fire alarm technicians as required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D or equivalent working experience required.
• Must be registered in or have completed the CFAA Fire Alarm Technician courses.
• Two years of community college in electronics is desired, or enrolled in community college in an electronics program
• Proficiency in the use of computers
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Organizational skills
• Must demonstrate neat and accurate report writing

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

• Thank you to all applicants who have taken the time to apply for this role. Please note, only the successful candidates will be contacted for the next steps of our application process.