Fire Alarm Service Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

401K with employer match

Job summary

A leading fire safety company in Nebraska is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. The role requires at least 3 years of experience and involves overnight travel. Key duties include installing fire alarms in various buildings, performing inspections, and preparing reports. The technician will also need to adhere to safety regulations and maintain equipment. A competitive pay range of $24/hr to $30/hr is offered based on experience, along with an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in fire alarm systems required.
• NICET certification preferred (requires prior experience or training).
• Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus (including 70 and 72).

Responsibilities

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings.
• Test and repair alarm systems already in place.
• Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Minimum of 3 years experience in fire alarm systems

NICET certification preferred

Knowledge of NFPA standards

Job description

Overview

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

This position is responsible for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing and performing system checks in accordance to fire code; identifying code and system deficiencies and preparing accurate and timely inspection reports.

This role will require overnight travel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings.
• Test and repair alarm systems already in place.
• Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code.
• Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues.
• Report results of work completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Protect and maintain company equipment.
• Inspect and maintain the truck and all related equipment, putting in repair requests as necessary to maintain safe operation.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including vehicles, in a way that facilitates the loading and unloading of the truck while observing all safety regulations and manufacturer’s safety instructions for that equipment.
• Work in a safe manner as outlined by company safety procedures including driver safety and personal protective equipment.
• Respond to emergency service calls.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education / Qualification

• Minimum of 3 years experience in fire alarm systems required
• NICET certification preferred (requires prior experience or training)
• Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus (including 70 and 72)
• Experience with commercial and residential systems
• Troubleshooting skills
• Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
• Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation to/from the office or job site.
• Must be flexible with scheduling requirements that occasionally will require evening, weekend and/or out-of-town assignments.

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, talking, and visual acuity.

Pay Range: $24/hr-$30/hr (Depending on Experience)

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer