Fire Alarm Service Technician

Shambaugh-; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Fire Alarm Service Technician to inspect, test, install, commission, troubleshoot and repair fire alarm systems in commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. You will read project docs, program system products, and coordinate with customers to ensure safety and code compliance.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, technical training, and experience with low voltage fire/life safety systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED; 2-4 year degree in a technical field from accredited college or university
• NICET Certification preferred
• Experience with Fire/Life Safety Systems, low voltage installations, and related devices

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of fire alarm, suppression and releasing systems and devices
• Read and interpret project documentation and work orders; determine if additional information is needed
• Manage daily call activity and program system products, including networking and programming
• Use testing tools such as multi-meters, analyzers, and meters to verify system operation
• Read blueprints, diagrams, software, and manuals; ensure compliance with standards
• Prepare paperwork for customer service activities and site records
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Networking

Programming

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical degree (2-4 years)

NICET Certification preferred

Tools

Multi-meter

Digital analyzers

Frequency meters

Decibel meters

Communicating devices

Power supplies

Job description

About Us

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son is seeking a Fire Alarm Service Technician to join our Fort Wayne Fire Protection team. In this role, you will perform inspections, testing, installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and repair of fire alarm systems in commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with fire and life safety systems, strong technical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to interpret system drawings and specifications.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of fire alarm, suppression and releasing systems as well as associated devices in accordance with industry standards.
• Responsible for reading and understanding assigned project documentation and work orders including scope of work for inspections and determine if additional information is needed.
• Manage daily call activity and program system products, including networking and programming.
• Report to assignment with required testing tools including suitable multi-meter, hand tools, printer, etc
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, software/systems, programs, schematics, and operation/product manuals consistent with the level of training received.
• Prepare associated paperwork/forms for customer service activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED; 2-4 year degree in a technical field from accredited college or university
• NICET Certification preferred
• Installation of low voltage systems, Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control Systems, Nurse Call Systems, Paging Systems, School Clock Systems, HVAC controls, elevator controllers, and Telephone Systems experience preferred
• Fundamental knowledge of test equipment including multi-meters, digital analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters, and communicating devices.
• Knowledge of the hazards associated with inadvertent system discharge for the purpose of inspection, testing and maintenance.
• Knowledge of Ohm's law, resistance and AC/DC circuits
• Programming experience is preferred
• Ability to handle stressful situations and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Proficient in the use of personal computers including such programs as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, IOS and database (software) programs
• Must have the ability to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs. Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working in ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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