Fire Alarm Systems Technician

WSA Systems Boca LLC; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Competitive salary

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle

Professional career development opportunities

Job summary

WSA Systems Boca LLC is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician in Pompano Beach, Florida. You will work closely with sales, project teams, and clients to design and install fire alarm solutions, requiring strong programming, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

This role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus, competitive salary, and benefits such as401(k) matching and health insurance. Ideal candidates have 2-5 years of relevant experience and knowledge of Florida fire procedures.

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Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience in a technician role within the fire detection and protection environment.
• Knowledge of current fire alarm systems.
• Knowledgeable in NFPA 72 code requirements.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems using a laptop computer.
• Knowledge of Florida fire procedures, filing, and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering and sales for project success.
• Produce field surveys and project logs.
• Program and commission fire alarm systems for customer acceptance.
• Produce commissioning and inspection reports per NFPA.
• Troubleshoot complex systems effectively.

Skills

Fire alarm systems knowledge

Programming and commissioning skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting abilities

Project management skills

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens 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 require 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 a successful project execution.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Responsible for programming, commissioning and final acceptance by customers and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) of complex fire alarm systems.
• Produce detailed commissioning and inspection reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Responsible for complex troubleshooting and effective resolution.
• Responsible for delivering projects on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Responsible for programming systems via laptop computers.
• Oversight for project inventory and responsible for vehicle inventory.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other technicians.
• Customer-focused, skilled in project and people management.
• Ability to manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fire industry.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight as needed.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• Two to five years of experience in a technician role within the fire detection and protection environment.
• Knowledge of current fire alarm systems.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems using a laptop computer.
• Knowledgeable in NFPA 72 code requirements.
• Knowledge of Florida fire procedures, filing, and requirements.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings, NICET level I.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
• 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.