Fire Alarm Systems Technician — Commissioning & Programming

Sciens Building Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

401(k) matching

Short/long-term disability

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Company vehicle

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities. This role collaborates with sales and project teams to ensure sound design and seamless installation of fire alarm solutions.

The position requires coordinating with engineering, management, and customers, providing detailed commissioning reports and maintaining project quality. Travel and OSHA safety compliance may be involved.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years 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.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales for successful execution.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Program and commission complex fire alarm systems to final customer and AHJ acceptance.
• Prepare commissioning and inspection reports per NFPA.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and resolve them effectively.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Program systems via laptop computers.
• Assist in project inventory oversight and vehicle inventory.
• Provide guidance to other technicians.
• Support job scheduling and progress with a focus on quality.
• Demonstrate equipment operation to customers and explain signals.

Skills

Fire alarm system programming

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

NFPA knowledge

Field surveys

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities. This role collaborates with sales and project teams to ensure sound design and seamless installation of fire alarm solutions.

The position requires coordinating with engineering, management, and customers, providing detailed commissioning reports and maintaining project quality. Travel and OSHA safety compliance may be involved.