Fire Technician

Updater Services (UDS); Tiruchirappalli; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Updater Services (UDS) in India seeks a qualified fire safety technician to operate and maintain fire alarm systems, hydrants, sprinklers, pumps, extinguishers, detectors and emergency lighting.

With 3+ years in fire protection, you will perform preventive maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, installs, and supervise AMC contractors while ensuring compliance. You will inspect exits and emergency equipment and respond to alarms.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ITI in Fire Technology / Fireman Trade / Electrician
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in fire protection and fire alarm systems

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain fire alarm systems, hydrants, sprinklers, pumps, extinguishers, detectors, and emergency lighting.
• Conduct preventive maintenance, testing, and breakdown repairs.
• Troubleshoot fire safety systems.
• Assist in installation, commissioning, and modifications.
• Maintain inspection logs, service records, and equipment inventory.
• Supervise AMC contractors and ensure compliance.
• Inspect fire exits, escape routes, and emergency equipment.
• Respond to emergencies and fire alarms.
• Maintain extinguisher servicing and refilling records.

Skills

Fire detection

Emergency lighting

Fire pumps

Hydrants

Sprinklers

Read drawings

Basic IT skills

Education

Diploma/ITI in Fire Technology / Fireman Trade / Electrician

Job description

Qualification & Experience

• Diploma/ITI in Fire Technology / Fireman Trade / Electrician
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in fire protection and fire alarm systems

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain fire alarm systems, hydrants, sprinklers, fire pumps, extinguishers, smoke and heat detectors, and emergency lighting.
• Conduct preventive maintenance, testing, and breakdown repairs.
• Troubleshoot fire safety systems.
• Assist in installation, commissioning, and modifications.
• Maintain inspection logs, service records, and equipment inventory.
• Supervise AMC contractors and ensure compliance.
• Inspect fire exits, escape routes, and emergency equipment.
• Respond to emergencies and fire alarms.
• Maintain extinguisher servicing and refilling records.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of fire detection and firefighting systems.
• Familiarity with hydrants, sprinklers, fire pumps, and emergency lighting.
• Ability to read fire system drawings and layouts.
• Basic computer proficiency.