Fire Alarm Technician

Gadsden Independent School District (NM); Anthony, NM (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Gadsden Independent School District seeks a skilled Fire Alarm Technician to install, inspect, and maintain fire alarm systems across district facilities. You will read blueprints, install wiring, and coordinate with fire service contractors as needed.

The role requires familiarity with fire safety codes, NICET certifications, and NM ES-3J journeyman credentials. Daily duties include testing, repairs, and documenting all actions while supporting district safety initiatives and traveling across

Qualifications

• Familiarity with low voltage wiring and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national fire safety codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of fire and life safety codes and regulations, proper handling of tools and equipment.
• NICET certifications or equivalent fire alarm certification required or preferred.
• Current State of New Mexico ES-3J Journeyman certifications for sound, intercommunication, electrical alarm systems, and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install wiring and components for fire alarm systems; read blueprints and project specs.
• Conduct routine inspections and testing of fire alarm systems and components.
• Repair or replace damaged components and address issues identified on reports.
• Schedule and accompany inspections by fire inspectors and fire marshals.
• Document inspections, repairs, and system modifications; communicate status to supervisors.

Skills

Low voltage wiring

Electrical systems knowledge

Fire safety codes

Reading blueprints

Documentation and reporting

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

NICET Certification (Fire Alarm)

NICET Inspection & Testing Fire Alarm Certification

State NM ES-3J Journeyman certification

Tools

Google Suites

Microsoft Office Suites

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing fire alarm systems or components in school district buildings, ensuring they function properly and according to local and national fire codes. Works and coordinates with Fire Sprinkler Technicians and any other fire service contractors when required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Complies with the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession; upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives, regulations, GISD school board policies, as well as local, state and federal regulations.
• All functions are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety and computer security regulations.
• Installation:
  • Read blueprints/engineer drawings and project specifications to understand system layout.
  • Ability to install wiring and components associated with fire alarm systems.
  • Drill penetrations through walls and floors for wiring/conduit if needed.
• Maintenance and Inspection:
  • Conduct routine inspections and testing of fire alarm systems and components to identify potential issues.
  • Daily review of alarm monitoring reports and investigate trouble reported.
  • Perform necessary repairs and replacements on damaged or malfunctioning components.
  • Schedule and accompany fire inspection contractors on annual/semi-annual and quarterly inspections.
  • Accompany fire marshal during inspections of district facilities.
  • Implement and document fire watch operations when necessary.
• Troubleshooting and Repair:
  • Diagnose system malfunctions by analyzing error codes and system behavior.
  • Identify and address code violations.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed records of inspections, repairs, and system modifications.
  • Generate reports detailing findings and recommended actions.
  • Communicate with supervisors regarding system status.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • No supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Familiarity with low voltage wiring and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national fire safety codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of fire and life safety codes and regulations, proper handling of tools and equipment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree in related field
• Valid Driver’s License

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS

• Ability to use multiple warehouse/tracking software and platforms.
• Knowledge of Google Suites
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Driver’s License
• NICET Certified Fire Alarm Certification or NICET Inspection and Testing Fire Alarm Certification, and current State of New Mexico ES-3J Journeyman sound, intercommunication, electrical alarm systems, and systems 50 volts and under.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climbs on to ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and truck more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Ability to properly use and care for job related tools and equipment. Frequent District wide travel. Maintains emotional control under stress.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Able to work in adverse weather conditions. Works outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures, dusts, fumes and odors While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly works indoors and will work outdoors. The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment. The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, sprays. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The noise level in the work environment is usually from moderate to loud.