Alarm & Detection Technician

Western States Fire Protection; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A fire safety solutions provider is looking for an Alarm & Detection Technician to provide customer support through the inspection, installation, and repair of fire alarm equipment. Candidates should have knowledge of NFPA codes and Fire Alarm Service experience. This full-time position requires willingness to relocate and offers multiple benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NFPA codes is required.
• NICET I or II Certification a plus.
• Fire Alarm Service Experience required.

Responsibilities

• Tests all equipment after installation or repair.
• Use company software to input testing results.
• Analysis and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems.

Skills

Knowledge of NFPA codes

Fire Alarm Service Experience

Field installation experience

Solid knowledge of NFPA 72

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NICET I or II Certification

OSHA 30

Tools

Company software

Job description

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Delta Fire Systems 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. And 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 specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan)
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
  
  

Alarm & Detection Technician

The function of this position is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturer’s equipment.

This position is located in Salt Lake City, UT. Must be willing to relocate to this area.

Job Responsibilities

• Tests all equipment after installation or repairs made to ensure performance of system
• Use company software to input testing results and read blueprints
• Analysis and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems including Ground-Faults, Shorts, Wire Integrity, Termination, Panel, Fuses, Battery Testing and much 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
• Complete final reports, deficiency reports and possible bids via a computer.
• Interact with clients, field personnel and fire marshals
• Coordination 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 general status of jobs
• Responsible for training apprentices on Company procedures, systems inspection and installation techniques
• All work is performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques practiced
  
  

Job Qualifications

• Knowledge of NFPA codes is required
• NICET I or II Certification a plus
• High School Diploma/ GED required
• Fire Alarm Service Experience required
• Manufactures 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 is preferred
• Possess an understanding of expenses and scheduling
• OSHA 30 is a plus
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs 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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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