Fire Alarm Systems Technician

Fire Alarm Control Systems Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Fire Alarm Control Systems Inc in San Antonio, Texas, is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with expertise in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting. The role involves project coordination with engineering, project management, and sales teams to ensure the successful execution of fire alarm systems projects.

Successful candidates will have 5-10 years of experience, knowledge of NFPA code requirements, and skills in customer management. The position offers competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Five to ten years of experience in a technician role within the fire detection and protection environment.
• Knowledge of current fire alarm systems and Texas fire procedures.
• Ability to perform programming, troubleshooting, and project management tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales departments.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Program and commission complex fire alarm systems, ensuring acceptance by customers and AHJs.
• Produce detailed commissioning and inspection reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Programming mid-range fire alarm systems

Troubleshooting

Knowledge of NFPA 72 code requirements

Project management

Customer-focused skills

Education

NICET Level I certification

Job description

Overview

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other technicians.

What We Like About You

• Five to ten 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 Texas fire procedures, filing, and requirements.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings, NICET level I.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• 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’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.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.