Fire Alarm Service Technician

CENTURY FIRE PROTECTION LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking a skilled fire alarm technician to install, retrofit, test, and service fire alarm systems in commercial settings. You will perform on-site troubleshooting, read manuals, and prepare detailed service reports while training and directing helpers and installers.

With a strong focus on NEC/NFPA 72 compliance, the role requires 5+ years of experience and an associate/technical degree.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical degree with 5+ years of experience in fire alarm work.
• Knowledge of NEC and NFPA 72; NICET I or II preferred.
• Experience with Notifier systems and electrical construction.

Responsibilities

• Program and commission newly installed fire alarm systems.
• Layout, assemble and install low voltage equipment for fire alarm systems.
• Test features and equipment to ensure optimum functioning.
• Perform inspections and diagnose problems.
• Read and follow product manuals; educate customers on care and maintenance.
• Write and submit customer status and completion reports; oversee installers.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Code compliance

On-site troubleshooting

Team supervision

Education

Associate or technical degree

NICET I/II preferred

Tools

Notifier

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Century Fire Protection Clearwater - Clearwater, FL 33760Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Div. 151 Clearwater, FL

Summary

Responsible for fire alarm installations, retrofits, and tenant build-outs, testing, servicing, inspection and repair; performing on-site emergency troubleshooting programming, identifying code and non-conformance issues, and preparing accurate and timely service tickets and reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Program and commission newly installed fire alarm systems.
• Layout, assemble and install, low voltage equipment for fire alarm systems, ensuring work complies with relevant codes and regulations.
• Test all features and equipment to ensure optimum functioning.
• Perform inspections and diagnose any problems.
• Read, understand, and follow product manuals and educate customers on care and maintenance of systems.
• Write and submit customer status and completion reports.
• Oversee and direct helpers and/or installers.

Education and/or Experience

Associate or technical degree and 5+ years of experience or equivalent education and experience; including electrical construction including wiring and conduit installation; knowledge of NEC (National Electric Code) and NFPA 72; experience with Notifier and NICET I or II preferred.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills; experience working with laptop and/or iPad.

What's In It For You?

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Benefits

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!