Fire Alarm Systems Technician: Program & Commissioning

Sciens Building Solutions; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Career development opportunities

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in fire-life safety, can program and commission mid‑range systems, read design drawings, and communicate clearly with clients.

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.
• Reading fire system design drawings and NFPA 72 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales for project success.
• Program and commission complex fire alarm systems and obtain AHJ acceptance.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Perform troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Manage job scheduling and progress with a focus on quality and cost control.
• Demonstrate equipment operation to customers and explain system signals.

Skills

Programming

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

NFPA 72 knowledge

Reading drawings

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET I certification

OSHA 10 certification

Job description

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

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in fire-life safety, can program and commission mid‑range systems, read design drawings, and communicate clearly with clients.