Fire Alarm & Life Safety Technician: Testing & Inspection

FSEC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Sick time

Weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FSEC, a 45-year life-safety systems provider, seeks a field service technician to inspect, test, service, and document fire alarm devices and systems. You will identify faults, troubleshoot issues, and communicate conditions and repairs to customers in a safety-conscious, compliant manner.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, performing routine maintenance, and coordinating with customers and technicians. A strong safety mindset and ability to lift up to 70 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• Nicet T&I certification is required.
• Knowledge of NFPA, IBC, IFC, IMC, and Life Safety codes.
• Experience with steel systems (commercial work).
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Must obtain a DPS fingerprint clearance card.
• Physical ability to lift/move equipment up to 70 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background/drug test.
• Willingness to work in ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain smoke detectors, heat detectors, pull stations, horns, strobes, modules, and notification devices.
• Test fire alarm control panels, annunciators, monitoring equipment, and related components.
• Identify system faults, deficiencies, damaged equipment, and devices requiring repair or replacement.
• Troubleshoot fire alarm and life-safety systems to determine the cause of alarms, trouble signals, and system failures.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure equipment remains operational and reliable.
• Verify proper operation of initiating devices, notification appliances, batteries, power supplies, and communication equipment.
• Complete inspection, testing, and service reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document deficiencies and communicate required repairs or corrective actions to customers and management.
• Ensure inspections and testing are performed in accordance with applicable fire codes, safety standards, and manufacturer requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of testing results, equipment conditions, repairs, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with customers, building personnel, contractors, and other technicians during inspections and service calls.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Use testing equipment, hand tools, meters, and other diagnostic equipment safely and properly.
• Respond to service calls and assist with troubleshooting and corrective maintenance when required.
• Maintain professional customer service and clearly explain system conditions and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay current with applicable fire alarm codes, regulations, manufacturer requirements, and industry practices.

Skills

Nicet T&I

NFPA/Life Safety Codes

Read blueprints & schematics

DPS fingerprint clearance

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Test equipment handling

Job description

FSEC, a 45-year life-safety systems provider, seeks a field service technician to inspect, test, service, and document fire alarm devices and systems. You will identify faults, troubleshoot issues, and communicate conditions and repairs to customers in a safety-conscious, compliant manner.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, performing routine maintenance, and coordinating with customers and technicians. A strong safety mindset and ability to lift up to 70 pounds are required.