Experienced Fire Alarm Technician

Midwest Alarm Services; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages based on skill level

Company vehicle and cell phone

Enhanced benefits

Training and field support

On-call availability

Educational assistance

Job summary

Midwest Alarm Services is seeking an Experienced Fire Alarm Technician to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and life safety systems. The role is managed by our Lenexa, KS office and requires working with contractors, building owners, and facilities directors to ensure reliable life safety solutions.

You will test devices, program systems, and ensure compliance with safety standards while handling paperwork and potential on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must obtain NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment.
• Must obtain licenses/certifications to work in the security industry as per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Test and verify that systems and devices function per manufacturer specs.
• Program or reprogram systems using appropriate software/tools.
• Complete proper paperwork daily and report to the Operations Manager.
• May be on-call and oversee other technicians as necessary.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NICET II Certification

Tools

Notifier Fire Alarm Systems

Simplex/EST Fire Alarm Systems

Card Access Systems

Nurse Call Systems

Job description

Experienced Fire Alarm Technician(MW CO)

Midwest Alarm Services was founded in 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa. Per Mar Security Services acquired Midwest Alarm Services in 1998.Today, Midwest Alarm Services has15 locations throughout the Midwestand is one of the largest Notifier Distributors in North America. We are a leading life safety company dedicated to providing top-notch fire alarm and life safety solutions across multiple locations. With a strong commitment to protecting lives and property, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards in safety and compliance.
Our experts primarily work with contractors, building owners, property managers, and facilities directors to design and implement reliable life safety solutions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Job Skills / Requirements

The purpose of this position is to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and other Life Safety systems.

This position is managed by our Lenexa, KS office.

Why Midwest?

• Competitive Wages based on skill level, experience, and certifications
• Training and field support are provided to assist you with achieving your goals
• Company vehicle and cell phone are provided
• Enhanced benefits
• Provide top-notch service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Maintain compliance with company policies; consult with supervisor/management regularly.
• Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly and are in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or programming tools.
• Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (i.e. handle periodic oil changes & and fueling
• Complete proper paperwork and submit to the appropriate department on a daily basis.
• Occasionally need to be on-call | May oversee other technicians as necessary

Who We’re Looking For:

• A positive and driven individual who takes pride in their work and is always willing to help
• High School Diploma or GED | A Degree in Electronics (1-3 years of related experience/training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Must be able to obtain NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment
• Must be able to obtain specified licenses/certifications to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates.
• Valid driver’s license and submit to pre-employment background checks
• Experience installing or servicing the following systems is highly desired:
• Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar fire alarm systems
• Card Access Systems
• Nurse Call Systems

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401K/403b Plan
• Educational Assistance
• Special Incentive Plans

This job reports to the Operations Manager