Fire Alarm Installation technician

Nutech Fire Alarm & Security; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

Company cell phone

May qualify for company vehicle

Job summary

Nutech Fire Alarm & Security seeks a Fire Alarm Installation Technician for the Greater Los Angeles Area. Must have prior fire alarm installer experience and a current state fire card or be a registered apprentice.

3+ years field experience preferred, with strong knowledge of fire codes and customer service skills. The role involves installing and servicing fire alarm and security systems, blueprints reading, conduit work, and on-site coordination.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience as a fire alarm installer and hold a current state fire card and/or be a registered apprentice.
• 3+ years minimum experience as Installation Technician within the industry.
• Proficiency in Fire Alarm and/or Security systems is a big plus.
• Strong knowledge of building & fire codes for inspection purposes.
• Strong problem-solving skills across various electrical products.
• Demonstrated high level of customer service and ability to communicate service solutions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation activities mainly on Fire Alarm Systems and other security systems.
• Install equipment per drawings including wire pulling, mounting devices and conduit installation.
• Troubleshoot system installations and perform necessary corrections.
• Pre-test and conduct final testing with AHJ.
• Manage on-site issues to meet project hours without overruns.
• Coordinate with team and other departments to ensure smooth job flow.
• Survey sites, propose service recommendations, and maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Fire alarm installation

Blueprint reading

Customer service

Communication

Safety compliance

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Fire Alarm Installation Technician (Greater Los Angeles Area)

NUTECH FIRE ALARM AND SECURITY is a progressive alarm company servicing Southern California. We are seeking dynamic highly motivated individuals interested in financial rewards and long-term career growth. Full Time positions available for Installation Technician.

MUST HAVE PRIOR EXPERIENCE AS A FIRE ALARM INSTALLER AND HAVE CURRENT STATE FIRE CARD AND/OR BEING A REGISTERED APPRENTICE.

Position Responsibilities:
Perform installation activities mainly on Fire Alarm Systems. But also on Nurse Call, Security Alarm Systems, CCTV, Data, Telephone, PA and card access systems.

Install equipment per designed drawings to meet customer specifications (including wire pulling/mounting devices/installing conduit). Must be able to install conduit!

Troubleshoot system installations and perform necessary corrections.

Pre-test systems and perform final testing with AHJ..

Manage issues on-site to ensure allocated project hours are met and not exceeded.
Manage multiple small to large projects accurately and in an efficient manner.
Identify any opportunity for change orders and sell basic product enhancements to customers.
Mainly will be part of the installation team but will also service systems as needed.
Evaluate and diagnose equipment that requires servicing as well as troubleshoot problems.
Effectively service panels with hardwired zones or addressable systems with no supervision.
Provide specific solutions and recommendations to customers on the most efficient and cost effective methods to return equipment to working order.

May assist in performing service calls as needed.

Survey building alarm systems, consult with building engineers and property managers and make service recommendations to ensure trouble free system performance and compliance with maintenance and testing requirements.

Perform account maintenance to maintain and strengthen relationships, provide customer status reports, attend sales meetings, interface with commercial property managers and building engineers

Promptly respond to customer needs in a professional and enthusiastic manner.

Submit all required daily installation reports, service reports, billing information and correspondence in an accurate and timely matter.

Requirements:

Installation Technician must be highly motivated and self-starter who can work independently without supervision. Must have clean driving record.
Must be professionally presentable, dependable and have a positive optimistic attitude towards work.
3 or more years minimum experience of field experience as a Installation Technician within the Industry.
Demonstrated proficiency in Fire Alarm and/or Security will be a big PLUS!
Strong knowledge of provincial building & fire codes for inspection proposes.
Strong problem-solving techniques in various electrical products.
Demonstrated high level of customer service and ability to express service solutions in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to lift equipment and tools up to 40lbs and climb ladders and scaffolding.
Candidate must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, be proficient in computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
Must be organized, able to work without constant supervision, able to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.
Candidate must be able to read blueprints and visually identify system components of alarm systems.
Ability to contribute and operate in a team environment and coordinate with other departments.
Working knowledge of fire codes and services.

A clean driving record / California drivers license and reliable transportation is required. (may qualify for a company vehicle)

Compensation:
Very attractive hourly rate
Healthcare Insurance
Company cell phone.
May qualify for company vehicle.
Great personable working environment.