Fire Alarm Service Technician

KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY INC.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Health insurance

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Continuous learning

401k

Paid holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY INC. seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician in Nashville, TN. The role covers service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer education to ensure reliable alarm functionality.

A dynamic team environment emphasizes safety, professional conduct, and ongoing learning. Salary ranges from $19 to $35 per hour with a sign-on bonus up to $2,500, depending on experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in commercial Fire Alarm systems.
• Troubleshoot alarms to repair ground faults, open/shorts in addressable and conventional systems.
• Read and interpret diagrams, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience with electronic testing devices.
• Pass drug and background screenings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to meet state licensing requirements and vendor certifications.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of Fire Alarm systems and components.
• Troubleshoot systems to diagnose problems and identify solutions.
• Explain system functionality to customers.
• Interact with customers, vendors, and coworkers professionally.
• Follow all safety regulations and practices.
• Commit to ongoing learning and development.
• Adhere to Koorsen policies, procedures, and core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Fire Alarm Systems

Troubleshooting

Read diagrams

Communication skills

Licensing readiness

Education

NICET II/III/IIII certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint)

Job description

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Active - Regular full-time Nashville, TN, US

Salary Range: $19.00 To $35.00 Hourly

We are looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician in the Nashville, TN area to join our best-of-the-best team as we drive the industry forward and pursue excellence in everything we do.

At Koorsen, we don't provide jobs; we provide careers. A career at Koorsen includes competitive pay, a great health package, an annual bonus program, life insurance, continuous learning offerings, 401k, paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and much more.

Salary $19 - $35 / hour, depending on experience.

Sign-On Bonus up to $2,500, depending on experience and certifications.

Responsibilities

• The service and maintenance of Fire Alarm systems and their components to ensure proper functionality.


• Service and troubleshoot systems to diagnose problems and identify solutions.


• Ensure customers understand the functionality of their system.


• Interact with customers, vendors, and co-workers in a professional manner.


• Demonstrate an understanding of and follow all safety regulations and practices.


• Open-minded willingness to continue learning.


• Follow all Koorsen policies, procedures, and core values.


• Any other duties deemed appropriate by management.

Required

• 2+ years in commercial Fire Alarm systems.


• Troubleshoot Fire Alarm systems to repair ground faults, open circuits and short circuits and addressable and conventional systems.


• Read and interpret diagrams, blueprints, and specifications.


• Experience with electronic testing devices.


• Pass drug and background screenings.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Able to meet state licensing requirements and vendor certifications.


• Valid driver's license

Preferred

• NICET II, III, or IIII


• Fire Life Safety, Low Voltage or Security experience


• Fire Alarm Manufacturer certifications.


• Proficiency working in Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint


• Basic understanding of IT functionality

Physical Demands

• Able to safely and effectively use general hand and power tools.


• Must be able to effectively use a cell phone and cell phone apps.


• Lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs. push and pull greater than 75 lbs.


• Climb a ladder reaching a height of at least 12 feet and use a man lift to perform services.


• Exposure to outside weather conditions, temperature changes, and loud noises.


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear.

Hiring Process (in addition to an interview):

• New hires must complete the I-9 Verification form within three days of hire. This form is required by the U.S. Department of Justice and Immigration and Immigration and Naturalization Services. It is used to verify your identity and right to work in the United States. In addition, we verify employment eligibility via E-Verify.


• All Positions require background checks with criminal courts, state and county repositories of criminal records, and the Department of Motor Vehicles.


• A test for Evidence of Substance Abuse by urinalysis test is required if this application results in an offer of employment.