Fire Alarm Support Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K with match

Paid vacation

Career development

Company vehicle

Ownership plan

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC is hiring an entry-level Fire Alarm Support Technician to assist with installation, service, inspection, and maintenance of security and low-voltage systems. You will learn company standards, safety procedures, system functionality, and customer-service expectations while supporting senior technicians.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, a willingness to learn, strong work ethic, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No minimum experience necessary; training provided.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn technical systems.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with service, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of security systems.
• Support installation and testing of new components like intrusion, access control, and CCTV.
• Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
• Document service activities and site conditions accurately.
• Adhere to safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Ability to follow instructions

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company. The Fire Alarm Support Technician is an entry-level role responsible for assisting with the installation, service, inspection, and maintenance of security and low-voltage systems including intrusion detection, access control, video surveillance (CCTV). This role supports senior technicians and field teams while learning company standards, safety procedures, system functionality, and customer service expectations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist senior technicians with service, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of security systems including intrusion alarms, access control, CCTV, and related low-voltage systems.
• Support installation and testing of new and existing security system components
• Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
• Help perform system inspections and basic functional testing.
• Maintain accurate documentation of service activities, materials used, and job site conditions.
• Follow all company safety procedures, customer site requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in clean and proper working condition.
• Communicate professionally with customers, team members, and supervisors.
• Travel to job sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No minimum experience necessary.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, if driving role.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn technical systems.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Ability to work effectively in team environments.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Other Duties: Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing ladders, and working in various environments.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Work performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
• Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.
• Use of hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.

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

Our Commitment:

Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.

Our EEO Statement:

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Since 1946, we have been an industry leader with a reputation for putting our customers and our people first.

More About Us We strive to serve our communities by keeping businesses, families, and neighbors safe from fire, life safety, and security risks. Our values serve as the foundation for our culture -they're how we treat our customers and each other.

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We have the utmost appreciation for this industry and each other, and are proud to be working together to help our customers and neighbors protect what they've built. We're committed to quality craftsmanship, quick response and taking care of our team members and our customers like family.