Fire Alarm Field Engineer

Prime Partners; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Partners is seeking an experienced NICET II Certified Fire Alarm Field Engineer / Manager to support a large national retail program. This role serves as a technical expert validating installations, troubleshooting complex systems, ensuring quality, and supporting field teams in delivering reliable life safety solutions.

The selected candidate will oversee testing, commissioning, and QA inspections, provide leadership to technicians, review installation quality, interpret blueprints, and

Qualifications

• NICET II Certification in Fire Alarm Systems is required.
• 5+ years of experience with commercial fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 72 and related standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical docs.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass background/drug screening.
• Experience with notifiers and major life-safety brands is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Validate commercial fire alarm installations for spec compliance and codes.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex fire alarm issues.
• Perform testing, commissioning, and QA inspections.
• Provide technical leadership to field technicians and project teams.
• Review installation quality and verify correct implementation.
• Coordinate with PMs, customers, and subcontractors to complete projects.
• Prepare service reports, inspection docs, and project records.
• Ensure NFPA standards, local codes, and safety policies are followed.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and represent the org professionally.

Skills

NICET II Certification

Fire alarm systems

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Leadership

Valid driver's license

Job description

We are seeking an experienced NICET II Certified Fire Alarm Field Engineer / Manager to support a large national retail program. This is not a typical inspection role. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted technical expert, validating installations, troubleshooting complex fire alarm systems, ensuring quality standards, and supporting field teams in delivering reliable life safety solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Validate commercial fire alarm installations to ensure compliance with project specifications, manufacturer standards, and applicable codes.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex fire alarm system issues.
• Perform system testing, commissioning, and quality assurance inspections.
• Provide technical leadership and support to field technicians and project teams.
• Review installation quality and verify systems are installed correctly.
• Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, and subcontractors to ensure successful project completion.
• Prepare service reports, inspection documentation, and project records.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and company safety policies.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while representing the organization professionally.

Required Qualifications

• NICET Level II Certification in Fire Alarm Systems (Required).
• 5+ years of experience installing, servicing, troubleshooting, commissioning, or inspecting commercial fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 72 and commercial fire alarm codes and standards.
• Experience with commercial fire alarm systems and life safety equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large retail or multi-site commercial projects.
• Experience with leading fire alarm manufacturers such as Notifier, Siemens, Edwards, Simplex, Fire-Lite, Honeywell, Bosch, or Silent Knight.
• Previous experience mentoring technicians or leading field teams.
• Knowledge of integrated life safety, security, and access control systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000–$110,000 per year
• Full-time, permanent position
• Standard Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Opportunity to work on large-scale commercial life safety projects
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a growing organization