Fire Alarm Systems Technician

Sabah International; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Short/long-term disability

Medical/dental/vision plans

Life insurance

Company cell phone

Laptop

Vehicle

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SciensBuilding Solutions seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician to program, commission, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems. You will work with sales, field teams, and clients to ensure sound design and seamless installation while maintaining schedules and budgets.

Strong communication and safety discipline are essential. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in fire-life safety tech, NICET I, OSHA 10, and the ability to read system drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–5 years experience in fire-life safety technician role.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems independently.
• Ability to terminate fire alarm control units and field equipment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Proficient in coordinating with onsite contractors and teams.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and related codes.
• Able to travel occasionally and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering/project management/sales for project success.
• Produce field surveys and daily logs of activity.
• Program and commission fire alarm systems to final customer and AHJ acceptance.
• Create commissioning and inspection reports per NFPA standards.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and resolve them effectively.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Program systems via laptops and manage inventory.
• Provide guidance to other technicians and oversee scheduling.

Skills

Field technician experience

Program/commission fire alarms

Troubleshooting

Communication with contractors

Reading drawings

OSHA safety awareness

Software installation basics

Driving license

Team guidance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NICET I certification

OSHA 10 certification

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

SciensBuilding Solutionsis seeking anexperiencedFire Alarm SystemsTechnicianwithprogramming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilitiesand experience. This position will work closely with our sales team,field project teams,and clients to ensure a sound design,and seamless installation and commissioning of our firealarmsolutions. Thisis a key position for our growing teamandrequires attention to detail in all aspects ofexecuting projects. Customer andemployee interfacerequiresa high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are importantelementsof the position.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

• Responsible for reviewing system layouts and coordinating with engineering, project management, and sales departments for successful project execution.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Program and commission complex fire alarm systems leading to final acceptance by customers and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Produce detailed commissioning and inspection reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Responsible for complex troubleshooting and effective resolution.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Program systems via laptop computers.
• Assist in the oversight of project inventoryand responsible for vehicle inventory.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other technicians.
• Assist in managing job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Demonstrate proper operation of equipment and control units to customers and explain proper use and how to respond to any system signals.
• Comply with industry standard procedures and Sciens safety programs/policies.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to five (2-5) yearsof experience in a technician role within the fire-life safety industry.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems independently.
• Ability to terminate fire alarm control units and field equipment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors.
• Intermediate understanding of fire alarm circuit integrity and how to troubleshoot for circuit opens, shorts, or ground conditions.
• Intermediate computer knowledge related to the use and installation of software.
• Ability to demonstrate proper operation of equipment and control units.
• Intermediate knowledge of NFPA 72 code requirements for the installation of a fire alarm system.
• Intermediate knowledge of Section 907 of the International Fire Code or state-adopted fire code.
• Intermediate knowledge of Section 909 of the International Building Code or state-adopted building code.
• Intermediate knowledge of Article 760 of NFPA 70 (electrical code) for the installation of fire systems and circuiting.
• State, local, contract, and/or product specific certifications determined by the business.
• NICET I certification
• Knowledge of state fire procedures, filing, and requirements.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and able to obtain OSHA 10 certification.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Be physically fit to perform the demanding work of the trade, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, maximum occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; able to work from heights and climb ladders; standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.

WHAT WE’RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.