Fire Alarm Technician

American Fire Protection Group; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a people-first company dedicated to 'Building Great Leaders' in the fire protection industry. This hands-on role as a Fire Alarm and Detection Technician offers the chance to work with advanced low-voltage systems in various facilities. You'll be responsible for installation, inspection, and programming of fire alarm systems, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. With a commitment to work-life balance and extensive growth opportunities, this position allows you to thrive in a collaborative environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact while advancing your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

Flex Spending and HSA

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Individual Development Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in fire alarm installation and service.
• Must obtain required licenses by state/local codes.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems.
• Ensure job quality and customer satisfaction throughout projects.

Skills

Technical Aptitude

Customer Service Orientation

Problem-Solving Skills

Electrical Aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Digital Multi-Meter

Job description

Sunland Fire Protection is a people-first company with a proven track record of investing in our teammates. Our purpose of “Building Great Leaders” is at the forefront of everything we do.

Sunland is powered by APi Group – a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. Being a part of an organization like APi Group has many benefits, including highly competitive pay, industry leading benefits and perks, and extensive learning and development opportunities.

We often hear companies claim they are a “family” not just a “company.” We strive to be a company that prioritizes the family YOU already have waiting for you at home. Creating a healthy work-life balance and ensuring everyone makes it home safely is our top priority.

Benefits We Offer:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage - Health, Dental, Vision, and more
• 401(k) Plan – Matching %
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Individual Development Plan (IDP) – Define your career goals and create a plan that makes the goals attainable
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement (if applicable)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance

The Fire Alarm and Detection Technician is primarily responsible for the installation, repair, troubleshooting, inspection, and programming of fire alarm and other low-voltage systems in commercial, industrial, healthcare, and various other facilities. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone seeking opportunities for growth and advancement with an industry-leading company, and who thrives in a hands-on position requiring electrical aptitude.

This position has a salary range of $23-$36 hourly depending on experience and certifications.

Job Responsibilities:

• Effectively planning the day-to-day activities of the assembly, installation, and repair of fire alarm and other low-voltage systems.
• Installing and servicing alarm panels, audible/visual alarms, pull stations, and detectors for fire alarm systems.
• Using a digital multi-meter as a tool for troubleshooting ground faults, shorts, and open circuits on fire alarm and other low-voltage systems.
• Installing and servicing communicators to establish monitoring systems.
• Fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining conduit, junction boxes, terminals, and equipment for fire alarm and other low-voltage systems.
• Stripping, pulling, and terminating wire to fire alarm devices using crimps, solder, shrink tubing, tape, wire nuts, and terminal blocks.
• Inspecting, examining, and testing installed systems, using fire alarm testing equipment, load testing, visual, and audible observation, and/or other methods.
• Programming new fire alarm and other low voltage panels.
• Laying out full-scale drawings of fire alarm systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints.
• Reading and understanding construction documents including plans, specifications, contracts, purchase orders, and agreements.
• Providing guidance and direction to crews in meeting the budgets and schedule dates of each project.
• Ensuring job quality and customer satisfaction is maintained in every stage of the project.
• Informing leadership of all issues affecting production, materials, schedule, costs, and relationships.
• Serving as a role model, trainer, and coach for crew members.
• Focusing on safety at all task inceptions, including Daily Huddles, BBS Observations, and Tool Box Talks.
• Maintaining a solid working knowledge of applicable NFPA and Life Safety codes.
• Assessing the need for equipment and maintaining responsibility for all pieces while in your possession.
• Ensuring maintenance and upkeep of company-provided vehicles, returning proper documentation as required.
• Preparing accurate and timely documentation for work performed, completing monthly vehicle reports, and maintaining truck inventory to ensure proper response to customers’ needs.
• Communicating effectively - both verbally and in writing.
• Ensuring a positive customer experience.

Job Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of experience in fire alarm installation, service, and/or inspections
• Technical aptitude
• Customer-focused and customer-driven mindset
• Valid driver's license
• High School degree or the equivalent
• Must obtain and retain any licenses that are required by state and/or local codes
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background, and reference check

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Stand; walk; sit; twist; use hands to handle; reach with hands and arms; push; pull; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
• Use vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral, depth, and color.
• Work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions/circumstances such as with ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, wires, ducts, crawl spaces, attics, above ceilings, etc.
• Lift, move, and hold up to approximately 70 lbs.
• Must be able to work a full-time, flexible schedule with “on-call availability” and must be able to travel on short notice.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle (day and evenings) for extended time periods.

Sunland Fire Protection is a division of American Fire Protection Group - an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants with Sunland Fire Protection and American Fire Protection Group and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.