Fire Alarm Systems Technician — Programming & Commissioning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

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

The position requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work with project teams to meet schedules and budgets.

Qualifications

• Two to five years in a technician role within the fire-life safety industry.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales for project execution.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Program and commission complex fire alarm systems leading to customer and AHJ acceptance.
• Prepare commissioning and inspection reports per NFPA.

Skills

Programming & commissioning

Troubleshooting

Fire alarm systems

NFPA knowledge

Communication

Project coordination

Read design drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-5 years in fire-life safety tech

Tools

NFPA standards access

Job description

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

The position requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work with project teams to meet schedules and budgets.