Fire Alarm Systems Technician

Sciens Building Solutions; Plymouth Meeting (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Disability insurance (short & long)

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Career development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions in Plymouth Meeting, PA seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician. This role focuses on programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting fire alarm solutions, interfacing with sales and field teams to ensure sound design and on-time installations.

Key duties include reviewing layouts, performing field surveys, programming mid-range systems, and generating commissioning reports. A strong focus on quality, safety, and customer communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in a fire-life safety technician role.
• Program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems independently.
• Read fire system design drawings.
• OSHA 10 certification or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, management, and sales.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Program and commission fire alarm systems to final AHJ acceptance.
• Generate commissioning and inspection reports per NFPA.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and resolve effectively.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget; manage inventory.

Skills

Programming & commissioning

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Communication

OSHA 10

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET I certification

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELLSciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities and 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 fire alarm solutions. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface requires a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are important elements of 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 inventory and 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 YOUHigh school diploma or equivalent.Two to five (2-5) years of 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 certificationKnowledge 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 TABLECompetitive 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.$35Hr to $45Hr