Fire Alarm Inspector and Service Technician

Guardian Fire Services; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Professional growth

Work-Life Balance — PTO and holidays

Job summary

Guardian Fire Services is expanding its Midwest operations and seeks a Fire Alarm Inspector and Service Technician to join our Omaha area team. You will install, inspect, and service fire alarm systems across commercial, residential, and industrial sites, with opportunities to interface with security, CCTV, and access control systems.

Qualified applicants may hold Nebraska/Iowa fire alarm inspector licenses, NICET certification, electrical apprentice experience, or prior fire alarm installation

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial fire alarm installation, maintenance, or related fields.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Experience in a commercial construction atmosphere preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, install, and service fire alarm systems and interfaces with security and CCTV.
• Troubleshoot and resolve alarm system issues.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and monitor parts inventory.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Physical workload

Low voltage wiring

Education

NICET Fire Alarm Certification

Nebraska/Iowa Fire Alarm Inspector License

Electrical Apprentice experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

FIRE ALARM INSPECTOR AND SERVICE TECHNICIAN

We are expanding and are needing Fire Alarm Inspectors to join our team!

Midwest Protection Services (MPS) brings decades of trusted service to areas within a 200-mile radius of Omaha, Nebraska. As part of the Guardian network, they deliver expert fire protection equipment, security, and access control systems while upholding Guardian's promise of excellence and safety. Established in 2004 by industry experts, MPS is a top-tier provider for commercial, residential, and industrial projects in their region.

You will install, inspect, and repair alarm wiring and equipment. Those with a Nebraska or Iowa State Fire Alarm Inspectors License, NICET Certification, Electrical Apprentice experience, or Applicants with fire alarm installation experience should apply.

Our technicians work in a variety of facilities in Nebraska and Iowa but primarily in Omaha, Lincoln, and Council Bluffs.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, Install, and service new and existing Fire alarm systems. Experience with interface to Security Systems, CCTV Systems, Access Control Systems. Door Entry Systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with alarms systems.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on alarm systems.
• Monitor inventory of service parts.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in commercial fire alarm installation, maintenance, security, low voltage commercial wiring, or other related fields.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Experience in a commercial construction atmosphere is preferred.
• Ability to handle physical workload.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.

Certifications Preferred but not required:

• NICET Fire Alarm or Current Nebraska or Iowa Fire alarm inspector license is preferred.
• Current Nebraska Fire alarm Installers License or Electrical Journeyman's license is preferred.
• Those with 12 or more months of documented electrical apprentice time should also apply.
• Previous Experience installing low voltage wiring in a commercial setting is preferred (New Apartment construction is a plus)

Why Work Here?

• At Midwest Protection Services, we value innovation and collaboration. Here's what we offer:
• Competitive Pay : Based on Experience
• Comprehensive Benefits : Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Future Savings : A 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Professional Growth : Opportunities for leadership and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance : Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Company Vehicle for Qualified Employees
• Full-Time Employment
• Local work in Omaha and Lincoln

Midwest Protection Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.