Fire Alarm Service Technician

Vulcan Fire; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Cell Phone

Laptop

Company Vehicle

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Vulcan Fire in Meridian, Idaho, is seeking motivated candidates for entry-level apprentice roles in life safety. The position emphasizes learning fire alarm service, NFPA standards, and backflow-related tasks while meeting daily production goals in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time role offers on-site work with no relocation and opportunities to advance into senior technician positions. A strong mechanical background and reliable attendance are valued highly.

Qualifications

• Solid mechanical aptitude is required.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality are essential.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Complete all required apprentice applications.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Must pass a 10-panel drug test and criminal background check.
• NICET II certification preferred; other licenses are a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders and manuals.
• Communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.
• Use hand tools and small power tools.
• Assist senior technicians with inspecting and testing alarm systems and extinguishers per NFPA.
• Maintain clean and safe job sites.
• Perform basic calculations and measurements.
• Lifts and moves equipment up to 80 lbs.
• Learn NFPA 72 and related construction codes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Excellent communication

Excellent attendance

Computer savvy

Education

NICET II Certification

Denver Fire Alarm Installer

Backflow Certification

Other licenses

Tools

Honeywell CLSS reports software

Job description

Join the Vulcan Fire team of life safety experts and help us grow!

Vulcan Fire accepts applications for our Meridian, Idaho office. Positions in our company work assigned hours, Monday through Friday, with rotations in our on-call schedule. No remote work or relocation available.

Position Summary:

Ideal candidates will have solid experience in fire alarm service, NICET II or above, and backflow certification preferred. Strong technical skills alongside strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a desire to complete assignments, and a capacity for continual learning. A full-time performance-based position requiring the ability to meet daily, weekly, and monthly production goals in a fast-paced, low-voltage company. Plenty of opportunities to grow into a senior position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Understands and carries out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Read and interpret documents such as work orders and procedure manuals.
• Communicates effectively with customers and coworkers.
• Uses hand tools and small power tools.
• Assists senior technicians with inspecting and testing alarm systems and extinguishers per NFPA.
• Practices good housekeeping on job sites.
• Performs basic mathematical calculations.
• Repeatedly lifts and carries equipment and tools (up to 80lbs)
• Lifts ladder(s) (maximum height of 28 ft. and maximum weight of 80 lbs.).
• Participates in weekly safety trainings.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Learns all phases of construction, building codes, and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 72.
• Wears assigned uniform clothing and dresses professionally as indicated in the employee handbook.
• Maintains a good working environment/relationship with all vendors, customers and AHJs Confidently uses time management program through laptop and/or texting systems.
• Uses cell phone to text Central Station to take systems on & off line, and check signals.
• Reads and interprets prints and drawings.
• Inspects and tests alarm systems and extinguishers per NFPA 72 & 10.
• Uses Honeywell CLSS reports software.
• Accurately processes technician paperwork and parts for stock transfers to vehicles and jobs.
• Fleet vehicle is kept clean, organized, and stocked.
• Fleet vehicle is taken in for preventative and operational maintenance as directed and notifies supervisor immediately regarding operational issues.
• Follows Company Vehicle Policy.
• Maintains safe driving habits.
• Prepares accurate, legible, and timely work orders and reports.
• Uses office equipment, cell phone, and computer.

Education & Required Skills:

• Demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude.
• Shows excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Works while being trained on the job.
• Completes all required apprentice applications.
• Excellent communication skills
• Must have excellent attendance
• Must be computer savvy and have the ability to multitask
• Demonstrates sound logic
• Works well under pressure
• Works in compliance with Federal and State codes
• NICET II Certification (preferred)
• Denver Fire Alarm Installer (preferred)
• Backflow Certification (preferred)
• Various other licenses a bonus
• Pass a 10-panel drug test
• Pass a criminal background check

Benefits:

• Company cell phone
• Laptop
• Company Vehicle
• Company Fuel Card
• Home Depot Card
• Medical - starts 1st of the month following date of hire
• Dental - starts 1st of the month following date of hire
• Vision - starts 1st of the month following the date of hire
• 401(k) - starts 2nd paycheck auto-entry 6%, auto-escalation 1% annually
• 80-Hour Vacation Accrual
• Company-Paid Training Opportunities
• 6- Paid Holidays

About Vulcan Fire:

Vulcan Fire is an industry leader in the design, installation, and maintenance of life safety systems in Idaho. Vulcan offers a wide range of monitoring systems, developed to meet the needs of any business or facility. Vulcan strives to provide the best product and service from inception and beyond.We hire quality individuals with top-notch skills who are excited to help us soar to levels that far exceed our customer's expectations. We offer on-the-job training for industry-specific skills and knowledge. We strive to promote internal organic growth and encourage employees to apply for positions that offer personal development in our rapidly expanding company.

Vulcan Fire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Vulcan Fire participates in E-Verify.