Fire Alarm Field Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and advancement

Work on large-scale life safety proj

Job summary

Prime Partners seeks an experienced NICET II Certified Fire Alarm Field Engineer/Manager to support a large national retail program. This senior role validates installations, troubleshoots complex systems, and leads field teams to deliver reliable life safety solutions.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, interpret wiring diagrams, and coordinate with PMs, customers, and subs to ensure on-time completion while adhering to NFPA standards and safety policies.

Qualifications

• NICET Level II Certification in Fire Alarm Systems.
• 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.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

NICET Level II Certification

NFPA 72 knowledge

Blueprints & wiring diagrams reading

Troubleshooting & problem solving

Tools

Fire alarm systems (wide-platform)

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.

  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