Fire Alarm Systems Technician — Programming & Commissioning

Sciens Building Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on quals

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Short/long term disability

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Company cell phone, laptop, andVehicle

Career development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SciensBuilding Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities. This role will work with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure a sound design and seamless installation and commissioning of fire alarm systems.

You will program and commission complex fire alarm systems, generate detailed commissioning and inspection reports, and provide guidance to fellow technicians while meeting project

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience as a technician in the fire-life safety field.
• 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.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and related codes; OSHA 10 obtainable.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Program and commission fire alarm systems to achieve 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 laptops and manage inventory.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Programming

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

NFPA 72 knowledge

OSHA 10

Driver's license

Team communication

NICET I

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SciensBuilding Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities. This role will work with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure a sound design and seamless installation and commissioning of fire alarm systems.

You will program and commission complex fire alarm systems, generate detailed commissioning and inspection reports, and provide guidance to fellow technicians while meeting project