Fire Alarm/Sprinkler Installer

Gilder Search Group; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Relocation

Health insurance

401k match

Life & Disability insurance

Apprenticeships

Boot reimbursement

EAP

10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms

Job summary

Eagle Fire Inc. in Knoxville, TN seeks a qualified technician to support fire protection systems installation, testing, and service. You will read blueprints, terminate field devices, program low-voltage systems, and respond to service calls, with on-call rotations. NICET preferred; valid license and OSHA training are beneficial.

We offer relocation assistance, medical coverage, and opportunities for apprenticeship and career advancement within a growing life-safety services company.

Qualifications

• Prior fire & security technical and/or installation experience.
• NICET Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems preferred, not required.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, and manuals.
• Valid driver’s license with good record (preferred).
• OSHA 10 or higher (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blue prints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, and manuals.
• Field device terminations
• Panel terminations
• Programming and testing of various low-voltage systems
• Responding to service calls for troubleshooting and repair of existing equipment
• Rotating on-call
• Limited installation of low voltage and communications cabling
• Carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Work in unusual and difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, lifts, crawl spaces and above ceilings.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools

Skills

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Supervisory skills

Blueprint interpretation

Education

NICET Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems

OSHA 10 or higher

Tools

Voice/Data/ CCTV equipment

Fire alarm equipment

Security systems

Job description

About Us:

Since 1987, Eagle Fire Inc. has become a top-tier provider of comprehensive fire protection services, including fire sprinkler systems, life safety services, special hazards systems, fire alarm services, access control systems, fire protection systems management, and fire extinguisher sales and service. Our expertise caters to commercial, industrial, government, and mercantile facilities.

Join Our Growing Team:

As we expand across VA, NC, SC, GA, AL, TN, and TX we're enhancing scheduling consistency and ensuring faster customer response times. Join us for ample promotional growth and career advancement opportunities in the dynamic field of fire protection and life safety.

Benefits

In addition to standard benefits, new employees are eligible for Eagle Fire Perks:

• $2,000 Employee Referral Program
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee and Family Medical Coverage with low employee contribution rates
• 401k with company match
• Company paid Life & Disability insurance.
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Boot Reimbursement (1x a year)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• NICET Test Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Uniforms Provided

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:

• Read and interpret blue prints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, and
  operational/product manuals
• Field device terminations
• Panel terminations
• Programming and testing of various low-voltage systems
• Responding to service calls for troubleshooting and repair of existing equipment
• Rotating on-call
• Limited installation of low voltage and communications cabling
• Carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Work in unusual and difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, lifts, crawl spaces and above ceilings.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools

Qualifications:

• Prior fire & security technical and/or installation experience
• NICET Level II, or higher, in Fire Alarm Systems preferred, not required
• Valid driver’s license with good record OSHA 10 or higher preferred, not required
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-starter, independent with supervisory skills
• Security and background check required
• Experience installing and servicing Voice and Data, Security, Fire Alarm and CCTV equipment.

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, we maintain a drug-free workplace and operate a Drug-Free Workplace program. Eagle Fire Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.