Fire Alarm Service Technician

Australia-Employment; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lots of overtime

Strong leadership

Career growth

Enhanced benefits

Platform backing

Culture fit

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Fire Alarm Service Technician to join our Raleigh, NC team. This role services, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs fire alarm systems to ensure safety and NFPA/compliance with local regulations.

This role offers lots of overtime, growth opportunities, and a culture of strong leadership. You will diagnose issues with panels and wiring, document service activities, and communicate recommendations to clients, contributing to reliable life-safety solutions.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in fire alarm systems, electrical work, low voltage, or related field.
• Working knowledge of fire alarm panels, electrical circuits, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• NICET certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems and associated devices.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning systems, panels, wiring, and components.
• Repair or replace defective system components.
• Install and program fire alarm systems when required.
• Respond to service calls and emergency repair requests.
• Ensure systems meet applicable codes and compliance requirements.
• Document service activities and generate inspection reports.
• Communicate clearly with customers regarding system performance and recommendations.
• Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment in safe working condition.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Electrical work

Low voltage

Blueprints reading

Education

NICET certification (Level I or II)

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Fire Alarm Service Technician

$28 - $35 per hour | Raleigh, NC | On-site | Permanent

Lots of Overtime Offered + High Growth + Great Culture + Strong Leadership

A bit about us:

We are a growing fire protection and life safety services company supporting commercial customers across installation, service, and system maintenance. Our work ranges from large commercial construction projects to smaller service-driven projects supporting existing facilities.

The company recently partnered with a larger national platform focused on building a best-in-class fire protection services organization across the United States. This partnership provides additional resources, improved benefits, and long-term career growth opportunities while maintaining the culture and leadership of a strong local team.

The focus is continued expansion, building strong field teams, and delivering reliable life safety solutions for customers.

Why join us?

• Lots of overtime offered!
• Newly backed by a larger fire protection platform, creating strong long-term stability
• Clear career path as the organization continues to grow and expand service operations
• Strong leadership team that prioritized cultural alignment when selecting their new ownership partner
• Improved benefits and resources following the platform partnership
• Opportunity to join a growing service division with long-term career growth potential

Job Details

We are looking for a Fire Alarm Service Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for servicing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing fire alarm systems to ensure systems operate safely and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Technicians work directly with customers to diagnose issues, complete inspections, and ensure systems meet NFPA and local regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems and associated devices
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning systems, panels, wiring, and components
• Repair or replace defective system components
• Install and program fire alarm systems when required
• Respond to service calls and emergency repair requests
• Ensure systems meet applicable codes and compliance requirements
• Document service activities and generate inspection reports
• Communicate clearly with customers regarding system performance and recommendations
• Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment in safe working condition

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in fire alarm systems, electrical work, low voltage, or related field
• Working knowledge of fire alarm panels, electrical circuits, and troubleshooting techniques
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
• NICET certification (Level I or II) preferred but not required
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and in mechanical spaces

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