Fire Alarm Tech: Programming & Commissioning Expert

Sciens Building Solutions

Jacksonville (FL)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off plan and holidays

401(k) matching

Short term and long-term disability

Medical, dental, and vision plans with options

Life insurance

Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle

Professional career development opportunities

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is looking for a skilled Fire Alarm Systems Technician to join our team in Jacksonville, FL. This mid-senior level position requires expertise in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting fire alarm systems. You will collaborate with our sales team and field project teams to ensure the successful installation of our fire alarm solutions. With a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits, we seek an individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of managing projects efficiently and effectively. If you have knowledge of NFPA 72 requirements and experience in the fire industry, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications

Two to five 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 Florida fire procedures, filing, and requirements.

Responsibilities

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.
Ability to work under tight deadlines.
Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other technicians.
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.

Skills

Programming

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

NICET level I

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities and experience. This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure a sound design, and seamless installation and commissioning of our fire alarm solutions. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface require a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written are important elements of the position.

Job Description:

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities and experience. This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure a sound design, and seamless installation and commissioning of our fire alarm solutions. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface require a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written are important elements of the position.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

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.
Ability to work under tight deadlines.
Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other technicians.
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 LIKE ABOUT YOU

Two to five 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 Florida fire procedures, filing, and requirements.
Ability to read fire system design drawings,
NICET level I.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE