Alarm and Detection Technician

Western States Fire Protection; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 97,300 - 125,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Profit Sharing Plan

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

A prominent fire protection services company in Idaho Falls is seeking an Alarm & Detection Technician. This role involves inspecting, installing, and repairing fire alarm systems, ensuring high-quality customer support. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of NFPA codes, experience in fire alarm service, and a high school diploma. A range of benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan are offered, alongside a competitive salary of $97,300 to $125,544.

Qualifications

• NICET I or II Certification a plus.
• Manufacturers certifications preferred.
• Ability to pass post-offer drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, install, and repair fire alarm equipment.
• Test all equipment after installation or repairs.
• Interact with clients and field personnel.

Skills

Knowledge of NFPA codes

Fire Alarm Service Experience

Understanding of expenses and scheduling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Company software for input testing results

Job description

Overview

Alarm & Detection Technician position at Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). The role provides reliable, high-quality on-site customer support through inspecting, installing, repairing, and/or replacing fire alarm equipment, as well as conducting preventive maintenance services for various manufacturers’ equipment.

About the Company

3-D Fire Protection is a subsidiary of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). WSFP and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. We believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities. Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA


• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Profit Sharing Plan


• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave


• Paid Holidays


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Annual Discretionary Bonus


• Employer paid Life Insurance


• Gym membership reimbursement

Job Responsibilities

• Test all equipment after installation or repairs to ensure system performance


• Use company software to input testing results and read blueprints


• Analyze and troubleshoot fire alarm systems including Ground-Faults, Shorts, Wire Integrity, Termination, Panel, Fuses, Battery Testing and more


• Program dialers for monitoring; phone line traditional and cell phone monitoring skills needed


• Complete basic repairs and installations including moves, adds, relocates for all types of systems and devices


• Prepare final reports, deficiency reports, and possible bids via a computer


• Interact with clients, field personnel and fire marshals


• Coordinate with other disciplines, engineers, general contractors and end users


• Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and status


• Train apprentices on Company procedures, systems inspection and installation techniques


• All work performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques

Job Qualifications

• Knowledge of NFPA codes required


• NICET I or II Certification a plus


• High School Diploma/GED required


• Fire Alarm Service Experience required


• Manufacturers certifications are preferred but not required (EST, Gamewell, FCI, Notifier, Honeywell, Simplex, Siemens)


• Field installation experience is a plus


• Solid knowledge of NFPA 72, Factory Mutual and applicable codes preferred


• Understanding of expenses and scheduling


• OSHA 30 is a plus


• Ability to pass post-offer drug test, background and reference check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation


• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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Details

• Seniority level: Entry level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Management and Manufacturing


• Industries: Construction


• Location: Idaho Falls, ID


• Salary: $97,300.00-$125,544.00

Posted: 1 week ago