Fire Alarm Project Lead: Install, Commission & Start-up

US - LLC Recruiting; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Life insurance

401K matching

Vehicle reimbursement

Job summary

Convergint is seeking a full-time Fire Alarm Technician to install, program, commission, and train customers on fire alarm and life-safety systems on assigned projects. You will read blueprints, interpret schematics, and ensure equipment meets code requirements while delivering quality service.

You’ll work with a team to test, start-up, and document system performance, while building knowledge of Edwards or equivalent systems and pursuing required licenses. Local travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; robust electronics aptitude.
• Associates in Electronics or related field preferred.
• NICET II certification or EST4 certification advantageous.
• Experience with Edwards or equivalent fire alarm systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, start-up, test, and service fire alarm and life-safety systems on projects.
• Provide customer training and documentation to ensure satisfaction.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to meet codes and standards.
• Mentor junior technicians and troubleshoot complex system issues.

Skills

Customer focus

Troubleshooting

Fire alarm systems

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Electronics

EST4 Certification

NICET Level II in Fire Alarm Systems

Tools

Edwards fire alarm systems

Blueprints & schematics

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Convergint is seeking a full-time Fire Alarm Technician to install, program, commission, and train customers on fire alarm and life-safety systems on assigned projects. You will read blueprints, interpret schematics, and ensure equipment meets code requirements while delivering quality service.

You’ll work with a team to test, start-up, and document system performance, while building knowledge of Edwards or equivalent systems and pursuing required licenses. Local travel may be required.