Fire Alarm Service Tech

Apex Systems; Jacksonville (FL); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

HSA health savings account

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Everforth Apex is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician to troubleshoot, program, and repair life-safety systems on-site in Jacksonville, FL. The role emphasizes detailed diagnostics, reporting, and collaboration with field technicians to ensure reliable coverage and client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of service experience, proficiency with laptop-based programming, and familiarity with Siemens and Notifier platforms, NFPA 72 standards, and safe work

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of service experience in fire and life safety, with direct servicing, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Proficient in programming fire alarm systems with a laptop and knowledge of NFPA 72.
• Experience with Siemens and Notifier fire alarm technologies.

Responsabilités

• Troubleshoot and repair conventional, addressable, and voice-integrated fire alarm systems and networked solutions.
• Use professional testing tools to diagnose faults and verify system coverage.
• Program life safety systems using laptop and manufacturer software.
• Generate clear service reports per NFPA standards.
• Verify circuit integrity and diagnose opens/shorts/ground faults.
• Collaborate with other field technicians and provide guidance.

Connaissances

Fire alarm service experience

Programming with laptop

NFPA 72 knowledge

Formation

NICET Level I certification

OSHA 10 certification

Outils

Siemens systems

Notifier systems

Description du poste

Job#: 3057423

Job Description: Fire Alarm Service Tech

Location: Jacksonville, Florida (On-site)

Role Overview

This employer is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician to join a growing service team. The successful candidate will perform critical system troubleshooting, programming, and repair of life safety systems. This position requires strong attention to detail and effective communication skills to ensure system reliability and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair conventional, addressable, and voice-integrated fire alarm systems, complex smoke control systems, and networked solutions.
• Utilize professional testing and diagnostic tools to analyze systems and identify electrical fault conditions.
• Ensure optimum detection and alarm system coverage upon completing necessary repairs.
• Generate precise service reports in compliance with National Fire Protection Association standards.
• Program fire life safety systems utilizing computer interfaces and manufacturer software.
• Verify fire alarm circuit integrity and diagnose circuit opens, shorts, or ground faults.
• Assist in monitoring work vehicle inventory and service tools.
• Collaborate with and provide technical guidance to other field technicians.

Required Qualifications

Experience: A minimum of two years of service experience within the fire and life safety industry. Candidates must possess direct experience in servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing fire alarm systems, rather than basic wire installation.

Technical Skills: Proficient in programming fire alarm systems with a laptop, with detailed knowledge of current fire alarm technologies, Siemens and Notifier systems, and NFPA 72 regulations.

Work Environment & Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks associated with the trade, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, working at heights, and standing or walking for extended periods. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to obtain necessary access credentials for secure facilities such as Kings Bay and Mayport.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Level I Certification or higher.
• OSHA 10 Certification.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Company Culture

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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