Fire Alarm Support Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC is seeking an entry-level Fire Alarm Support Technician to support inspections, testing, maintenance, and basic service tasks under direct supervision. You will gain hands-on training and exposure to fire alarm systems while learning essential safety practices in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.

Ideal candidates include those with a high school diploma who are eager to learn, with the ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior industry experience required.
• Ability to learn technical skills and follow instructions.
• Must be able to work under direct supervision.
• Basic mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with service and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Support basic troubleshooting activities under direct supervision.
• Handle tools, materials, and equipment required for service jobs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment on job sites.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Learn and apply industry standards, codes, and best practices.
• Accurately complete basic documentation as directed by supervisor.
• Travel to job sites as required with assigned team members.
• Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Perform work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
• Travel to job sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Ability to learn

Safety awareness

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 position that provides hands-on training and exposure to fire alarm systems under the direct supervision of experienced technicians. The technician will assist with inspections, testing, maintenance, and basic service tasks while developing foundational skills in the fire protection industry. This position does not operate independently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with service and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Support basic troubleshooting activities under direct supervision.
• Handle tools, materials, and equipment required for service jobs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment on job sites.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Learn and apply industry standards, codes, and best practices.
• Accurately complete basic documentation as directed by supervisor.
• Travel to job sites as required with assigned team members.
• Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Perform work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
• Travel to job sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Education/Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior industry experience required.
• Ability to learn technical skills and follow instructions.
• Must be able to work under direct supervision.
• Basic mechanical aptitude preferred.

If Driving Role

• Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license.

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements

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

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. See Our Offerings We promise to make recommendations that are always in the best interest of our customers and provide service that’s responsive and dependable, every time. You can count on us to care for you - our customer - as we care for each other. 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.