Fire Alarm & Security Technician

Summit Fire & Security; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Life Insurance for Team Members

Job summary

Summit Fire & Security is seeking a Fire Alarm & Security Technician in Saint George, Utah. This role involves installing, troubleshooting, and servicing fire alarm systems and other safety products with minimal supervision. A successful candidate will have a background in the Fire Life Safety Industry and necessary certifications.

Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification.
• 2 years of Fire Life Safety Industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, service and repair fire alarm systems.
• Communicate with customers and handle emergency service requests.
• Complete documentation on work orders.

Skills

Knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards

Troubleshooting skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Physical stamina for lifting and climbing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification

2 years of Fire Life Safety Industry experience

Tools

Multi-meter

Megger

Field Service Lightning

Job description

Job Summary

The purpose of the Fire Alarm & Security Technician position is to install, troubleshoot, service and repair fire alarm and security systems, and other fire and life safety products with minimal supervision.

Essential Job Duties

• Knowledge of different manufacturers' clean agent and high-pressure suppression systems.
• Appropriate use of required tools and test equipment such as multi-meter, megger, laptop to program, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
• Programming and software knowledge with a variety of fire alarm systems used when removing or replacing components.
• Troubleshooting to determine fault or faults, including ground faults with fire alarm systems.
• Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components such as FACP, power supply, alarm-initiating devices, etc.
• Safely follow and perform procedures to handle, remove and replace explosive actuators such as squibs and gas cartridge actuators.
• Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.
• Be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in a timely manner.
• Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on the job, etc.
• Complete documentation on work orders.
• Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks and keep safety documentation on each project.
• Ensure company-provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Be placed on-call as required by location to handle emergency service requests.
• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of the latest technology, codes and standards changes.
• Train service technician trainees on all applicable aspects of fire protection.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• NICET or state‑specific certification, preferred.
• 2 years of Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required.
• NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, required.
• 2 years of professional computer skills, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, required.
• Must comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements.
• Must be able to travel 90% of the time, locally, required.

Communication Skills

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Systems And Software Skills

• 2 years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift <50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods. Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasionally be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.

Employees will regularly be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee will occasionally be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.