Fire Alarm & Security Technician

Encore Fire Protection; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Fire Protection, a leader in fire safety, is seeking an Electrical Low Voltage Technician for their Colchester, VT location. In this role, you'll install and troubleshoot sophisticated fire alarm systems, while enjoying competitive pay, benefits such as tuition reimbursement, and a supportive work culture focused on growth and innovation.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience

Paid tuition for Fire Protection schooling

Company swag and attire twice a year

401(K) with employer match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000

Qualifications

• Industry experience preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean record.
• Extensive knowledge of fire alarm systems and standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, program, test, inspect and troubleshoot fire alarm systems.
• Coordinate with contractors and team members.
• Respond and complete troubleshooting and repairs on customer systems.

Skills

Knowledge of NFPA 72

Knowledge of NEC

Fire Alarm System Theory

OSHA Requirements

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a career in a fast paced, growing business with lots of opportunity for advancement? If so, then Encore Fire Protection may be the place for you. Encore is redefining the fire protection industry by taking a customer-first approach to everything we do. Our success throughout Northeast has created a need for a Electrical Low Voltage Technician to work out of our Colchester, VT area.

As part of Encore's mission to be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen, we have recently joined forces with Safety Systems of Vermont based out of Colchester, VT. This partnership not only allows us to expand our footprint and find top talent in the VT area, it also allows us to work with industry leaders who strive for same level of excellence as we do.

Here's a glimpse of some of the responsibilities if you are interested in joining our team:

• The ability to install, service, program, test, inspect and troubleshoot basic and complex fire alarm systems with limited or no supervision.
• May require some overtime hours at night, on weekends and at a moment's notice for emergency calls
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, customers, building maintenance personnel, and office personnel to execute daily workload
• Ability to identify code issues and non-conformance issues
• Confidence and accuracy making recommendations regarding system installation improvements
• Commitment to respond and carry out to completion any troubleshooting and repairs on assigned customer systems
• Exceptional work ethic and attention to detail

Requirements:

• High school diploma is required. Industry experience preferred
• Individual must possess a valid driver's license and have a clean driving record
• Extensive knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, Fire Alarm System Theory, OSHA Requirements, and Industry Standards for Fire Alarm systems installation
• Experience with a variety of system manufacturing including Gamewell-FCI, Siemens, Notifier, Edwards, Simplex, Honeywell, Firelite, etc.

Benefits:

As a company, Encore is hyper-focused on developing a culture that thrives on success and is energized by the fact that we get to make peoples' lives better and safer each day. One of the ways we do this is by generously rewarding all those who contribute to our continued growth. But we also believe that not all rewards are monetary. Here are just a few a few perks that a successful individual in this role can expect:

• Salary commensurate with experience with opportunity for a results-driven bonus based on personal output and effectiveness in role.
• Paid tuition for Fire Protection related schooling required in order to obtain licensing.
• High quality company swag and attire (t-shirts, hoodies, jackets) at least twice a year
• Purpose and results driven work environment (work smarter not harder)
• Freedom to express ideas - a culture of willingness to test, try, modify, adopt, enhance, improve and change as needed
• Access to leading edge web-based productivity tools
• Participation in Fidelity 401(K) that includes employer match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000

Encore Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Encore Fire Protection is an E-Verify Employer

As an EEO/AA employer, Encore Fire Protection considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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