Fire Alarm Construction Tech: Install, Program & Test

Fortis Fire & Safety; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Company Paid Holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

Life Insurance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Fortis Fire & Safety is seeking an experienced Alarm Construction Technician to join our Sarasota, FL team. The role involves installing, programming, testing, and servicing commercial fire alarm systems, reading blueprints, and ensuring NFPA compliance and safety.

You'll work on commercial projects with a team focused on protecting lives and property, coordinate with managers and customers, document work, and uphold safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years installing, servicing, or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 70 (NEC), and local codes.
• Ability to read construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and system layouts.
• Ability to troubleshoot fire alarm systems and identify deficiencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work safely on ladders, lifts, and active construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, service, and inspect commercial fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA standards, local codes, and manufacturer specs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications, and construction documents.
• Program, configure, and commission fire alarm control panels and devices.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, and customers to ensure on-time completion.
• Maintain accurate service reports and installation documentation.

Skills

Fire alarm install

NFPA knowledge

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

NICET Certification in Fire Alarm Systems

Tools

Notifier

Silent Knight

Gamewell-FCI

Honeywell

Edwards

Siemens

Fire-Lite

Job description

Fortis Fire & Safety is seeking an experienced Alarm Construction Technician to join our Sarasota, FL team. The role involves installing, programming, testing, and servicing commercial fire alarm systems, reading blueprints, and ensuring NFPA compliance and safety.

You'll work on commercial projects with a team focused on protecting lives and property, coordinate with managers and customers, document work, and uphold safety.