Fire Alarm Technician

Western States Fire Protection; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

A leading company in life safety systems, specializing in fire alarm technology, is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Technician in Lake Oswego, Oregon. The role involves hands-on work inspecting, maintaining, and installing fire alarm systems while emphasizing customer service and compliance with safety standards. Candidates must hold an Oregon LEA License and have relevant certifications, alongside a desire to ensure the highest quality of work in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Fire Alarm Technician experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes is preferred.
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site inspecting, installing, repairing, and preventive maintenance services for fire alarm equipment.
• Ensure performance of systems through testing after installation or repairs.
• Communicate daily with Project Manager on inspections and project status.

Skills

Customer Service

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Oregon LEA License

NICET I Certification

NICET II Certification

Job description

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Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement
  
  

Fire Alarm Technician

The function of the Fire Alarm Technician is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers’ equipment. The Fire Alarm Technician should be self-motivated, customer service oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Tests all equipment after installation or repairs made to ensure performance of system
• Ability to troubleshoot, and understand ground faults, shorts, and open circuits
• Work in compliance with the Company’s safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times
• Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of jobs
• Responsible for training entry-level employees on Company procedures, systems inspection and installation techniques
• All work is performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques practiced
• Works with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Ensure that work is completed so it can be billed in full)
  
  

Job Qualifications

• Oregon LEA License or greater.
• 2+ years of Fire Alarm Technician experience is preferred
• Knowledge of NFPA codes is preferred
• NICET I Certification within 2 years
• NICET II Certification within 2 years after NICET I is achieved
• Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance
• Able to complete documentation as necessary; with or without reasonable accommodation
• Able to use mobile electronics such as a tablet to record and transmit inspection documents
• Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies
• Prepared to read and write English clearly
• Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) and the general public
• Possess a valid driver’s license; in accordance with Company policy
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking
  
  

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company 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.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Management and Manufacturing

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  Construction

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