Fire Alarm Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry-leading fire safety company is seeking a dedicated Fire Alarm Technician to join their team in Charlotte. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with safety codes and standards. Your expertise will help protect lives and property, making a meaningful impact in the community. With a focus on teamwork and safety, this position offers opportunities for growth and development in a rewarding environment. Join a company that values your skills and offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401K plan.

Benefits

Excellent Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short Term Disability

401K with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Company Holidays

Company Vehicle (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Fire Alarm service experience required.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and troubleshooting skills are essential.
• Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Install and upgrade fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings.
• Perform inspections and complete detailed inspection reports.
• Respond to emergency service calls and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Fire Alarm Service Experience

Troubleshooting Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of NFPA Standards

Ability to Work Independently

Education

NICET Certification

Knowledge of Fire Safety Principles

Experience with Commercial and Residential Systems

Tools

Power Tools

Warehouse Equipment

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This position is responsible for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing and performing system checks in accordance to fire code; identifying code and system deficiencies and preparing accurate and timely inspection reports.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings.
• Test and repair alarm systems already in place
• Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code.
• Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues.
• Report results of work completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Protect and maintain company equipment.
• Inspect and maintain the truck and all related equipment, putting in repair requests as necessary to maintain safe operation.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including vehicles, in a way that facilitates the loading and unloading of the truck while observing all safety regulations and manufacturer’s safety instructions for that equipment.
• Work in a safe manner as outlined by company safety procedures including driver safety and personal protective equipment.
• Respond to emergency service calls.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.
  
  

Education/Qualification:

• Minimum of 3 years of Fire Alarm service experience.
• NICET certification preferred (requires prior experience or training)
• Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus (including 70 and 72)
• Experience with commercial and residential systems
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
• Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation to/from the office or job site.
• Must be flexible with scheduling requirements that occasionally will require evening, weekend and/or out-of-town assignments.
• Requires the ability to display knowledge of principles and practices of fire safety.
• Requires the ability to display knowledge of codes and regulations related to the work.
• Requires the ability to display knowledge of basic practices of reviewing official documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Requires the ability to act in a lead capacity.
• Requires the ability to recognize and report deviations through inspection programs.
• Requires the ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Requires the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Requires the ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools, ladders, medium equipment and machinery.
  
  

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, talking, and visual acuity.
  
  

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
  
  

Pye Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Public Safety

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