Fire Alarm Technician

Bonneville Group; Caguas (PR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonneville Group seeks a qualified Fire Alarm Technician to install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial and institutional fire alarm systems throughout Puerto Rico and, as needed, the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The role requires reading drawings, wiring, testing, and coordinating with customers and inspectors, with a focus on safety, quality, and timely project completion.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, servicing, or programming commercial fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of low-voltage wiring, electrical fundamentals, and fire alarm circuits.
• Ability to program or willingness to obtain training on Potter, Fire-Lite, Gamewell-FCI, and similar platforms.
• Ability to use multimeters and other diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Ability to read plans, schematics, technical manuals, and project specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer-service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with field and project-management teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift equipment, use ladders, work above ceilings, and perform duties in active construction environments.
• Availability to travel within Puerto Rico and, when required, to the U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and label fire alarm wiring and circuits.
• Install fire alarm control panels, annunciators, detectors, pull stations, and related equipment.
• Program and configure systems from major manufacturers.
• Read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and specs.
• Perform testing, commissioning, maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting.
• Identify faults and deficiencies in systems.
• Coordinate with customers, inspectors, contractors, engineers, and project managers.
• Explain system conditions and required repairs to customers.
• Follow NFPA standards and safety procedures.
• Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and materials.
• Participate in emergency service calls and after-hours work when required.

Skills

Fire alarm installations

Low-voltage wiring

Troubleshooting

Reading plans

Customer service

NFPA standards

Electrical fundamentals

Travel readiness

Driver’s license

Tools

Potter

Fire-Lite

Gamewell-FCI

Notifier

Job description

Bonneville Contracting & Technology Group LLC (“Bonneville Group”) is seeking a qualified Fire Alarm Technician to install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial and institutional fire alarm systems throughout Puerto Rico and, as needed, the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and label fire alarm wiring, including initiating, notification, signaling, and communication circuits.
• Install fire alarm control panels, annunciators, smoke and heat detectors, pull stations, monitor and control modules, horn/strobes, speakers, and related equipment.
• Program and configure systems manufactured by Potter, Fire-Lite, Gamewell-FCI, and other major fire alarm manufacturers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, specifications, and device schedules.
• Perform system testing, commissioning, preventive maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting.
• Identify ground faults, open circuits, communication failures, defective devices, programming errors, and other system deficiencies.
• Verify proper integration with sprinkler, HVAC, elevator, access-control, mass-notification, and other building systems.
• Maintain accurate records of programming, device addresses, test results, deficiencies, service activities, and as-built conditions.
• Coordinate professionally with customers, inspectors, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and project managers.
• Clearly explain system conditions, required repairs, and recommended corrective actions to customers.
• Follow applicable NFPA standards, manufacturer requirements, project specifications, and workplace safety procedures.
• Maintain tools, testing equipment, company vehicles, and assigned materials in good condition.
• Participate in emergency service calls and after-hours work when required.

Required Qualifications

• Experience installing, servicing, or programming commercial fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of low-voltage wiring, electrical fundamentals, and fire alarm circuits.
• Ability to program or willingness to obtain training on Potter, Fire-Lite, Gamewell-FCI, and similar platforms.
• Ability to use multimeters and other diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Ability to read plans, schematics, technical manuals, and project specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer-service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with field and project-management teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing accurate documentation.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift equipment, use ladders, work above ceilings, and perform duties in active construction environments.
• Availability to travel within Puerto Rico and, when required, to the U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems.
• Manufacturer certifications for Potter, Fire-Lite, Gamewell-FCI, Notifier, or similar systems.
• OSHA safety training.
• Experience with voice-evacuation, mass-notification, networked fire alarm, and public-address systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and applicable local and federal requirements.
• Experience working on commercial, government, military, educational, healthcare, or industrial facilities.

Professional Expectations

The successful candidate must demonstrate professionalism, reliability, accountability, and respect for customers and coworkers. Bonneville Group expects technicians to protect customer property, maintain clean work areas, communicate delays or deficiencies promptly, and represent the company with integrity at every project site.

About Bonneville Group

Bonneville Group is a Puerto Rico-based contracting and technology company serving clients throughout Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Our capabilities include fire alarm and life-safety systems, telecommunications, electrical construction, physical security, networking, managed IT, and cybersecurity services. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and professional solutions while investing in the continued development of our technical workforce.

Bonneville Group is an equal-opportunity employer.