Fire Alarm Service Technician 1

Convergint; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plan

Life insurance

Wellness Program

401K Matching Plan

Vehicle reimbursement plan or company

Tuition reimbursement

CSR Day

Cell phone reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Parental leave

Job summary

Convergint in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking a full-time Fire Alarm Service Technician to service and program fire alarm systems and grow with the company.

You will join a dynamic team focused on testing, programming, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of life safety systems, while delivering world-class service to customers and communities.

Preferred NICET II certification with 3–5 years of experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel locally.

Qualifications

• Customer focus under pressure and responsive to client needs.
• Solid technical experience with fire alarm or electronic security systems.
• Strong programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude with hand and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license and clean record.
• Willingness to travel locally to jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing, programming and commissioning fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Assist in servicing fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams and subsystems.
• Follow local and national codes and safety policies.
• Present professional image of Convergint Technologies.
• Collaborate with the team to improve operations.

Skills

Customer focus

Troubleshooting

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Fire alarm programming

Valid driver's license

Travel readiness

Education

High School/GED

NICET II Certification

Associates degree

Tools

EST 3

EST 4

Edwards systems

Job description

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Fire Alarm Service Technician to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing and programming fire alarm systems. As a Fire Alarm Service Technician, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces equal opportunity and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Fire Alarm Service Technician.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What You’ll Do

• Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
• Act as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer’s first choice for service.
• Assist in the testing, programming and commissioning of fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Assist in the servicing of fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programing of Fire Alarm Systems, schematics and operational/product manuals.
• Execute all work in accordance with local and national codes, general best practices as well as company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Act as our customers best service provider at all times thereby ensuring Convergint Technologies is the first choice for service.
• Communicate and work with the other team members consistently to improve overall operations of the Convergint Technology Center, and company.
• Keep up to date and informed on all company policies.
• Present a professional image of Convergint Technologies at all times in appearance and behavior.

What You’ll Need

• Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of, and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
• Solid technical skills and/or experience related to fire alarm systems, and/or electronic security systems.
• Solid programming skills and proven ability to troubleshoot problems and look for solutions.
• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g. works with a variety of hand and power tools such as drill, screwdriver, wire stripper, hacksaw, crimper).
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel locally to jobsites on a regular basis. Minimal overnight travel may be required.

Company Benefits

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which all individuals are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits:

• 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid parental leave

Requirements

Education: High School/GED or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience: 3-5 years as a fire alarm service technician with experience in programming EST 3 or EST 4 (Edwards) fire alarm systems or similar complexity.

Preferred Experience: (but not required): 2 years of hands-on experience in the commercial/ industrial/ low voltage/ electrical industry.

• NICET II Certification in Fire Alarm
• Associates degree in Electronic technology, Instrumentation

Convergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

Please note that this job posting includes salary information for the assigned target market range within the primary geographic region the requisition is posted. If the position is posted in multiple locations or is a remote position, the salary range may vary. Individual pay rates will, of course, vary depending on the job, department, and location, as well as the individual skills, experience, certifications, specific licenses, and education of the applicant.