Fire Alarm Service Technician I - Elgin Area

Foxvalleyfire; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Valley Fire & Safety is seeking a Fire Alarm Service Technician to join their team. This full-time role involves servicing fire alarm systems at various customer sites, ensuring compliance with fire codes, and providing exceptional customer service. The position offers training, advancement opportunities, and competitive pay starting at $22 hourly.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one

Opportunities for growth and pay raises based on certifications

Qualifications

• Must have a valid IL Driver's License.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Ability to learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, service, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems.
• Document fire inspections and provide recommendations.
• Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups.

Skills

Dependability

Mechanical Aptitude

Customer Service

Detail Oriented

Education

IL Driver's License

Job description

Requisition Number: FIREA001300

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• Posted : May 21, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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The Fire Alarm Service Technicians are an integral part of our Fire Alarm department. The Technicians service Fire Alarm panels at our customer sites and typically visit multiple customer locations each day. Experience in the Fire & Life Safety industry is preferred, we will train the right individuals for this role. This role offers advancement opportunities as well as guidance related to NICET certifications in Fire Alarm Systems. This person would ideally be located in Elgin/surrounding area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Inspect, test, service and troubleshoot fire alarm systems for a variety of customer sites, including commercial buildings, condo/apartment buildings, healthcare facilities and more.
• Document detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and provide recommendations to customers.
• Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions are taken.
• Attend training and spend time reading to maintain current knowledge of fire prevention procedures and new technology.
• Communicate professionally with building/property managers and owners.

Job Requirements:

• Starting times vary; our Technicians work as many hours as it takes to get the service or repair appointment complete.
• Must be dependable - punctual and committed to work.
• Ability to learn via on-the-job training, some mechanical aptitude is helpful.
• This role includes an emergency on-call component - our Technicians follow a rotating on-call schedule which requires the ability to be available a few weekends each year for on-call work.
• Takes Initiative; Must be able to work independently.
• Maintains professional conduct and presents a professional image on client job sites.
• Trustworthy.
• Provides exceptional customer service & develops strong relationships with customers.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Requires reliable sight, hearing, verbal communication, and touch.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Walking, bending, kneeling, climbing on ladders, twisting, placing the body in adverse positions to be able to service fire alarm systems, overhead work, long hours on your feet; good balance is required.
• Ability to lift 60lbs daily, up to 100lbs on occasion.

Why Fox Valley Fire & Safety?
At Fox Valley Fire & Safety, your work will directly impact our company and our community's safety. We offer a rewarding career with opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one.

The starting pay for this role is $22 hourly. Fox Valley Fire & Safety Co. offers our Technicians the opportunity to receive pay raises based on NICET certifications obtained and annual performance reviews.

If you’re ready to make a difference and take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Work Environment:
This role is primarily field-based, with regular visits to various customer facilities. The employee will drive to/from customer facilities to perform Service work daily.

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Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

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Motivations

Preferred

Entrepreneurial Spirit

: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Goal Completion

Goal Completion

: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

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Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

IL Driver's License

Preferred

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