Fire Alarm Technician

GEM Plumbing & Heating; Lincoln (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Holiday Pay

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Training & Development

Great Culture

Job summary

GEM Plumbing & Heating is hiring a Fire Alarm Technician based out of Lincoln, RI. The role covers service, test, and inspection of fire alarm systems, with travel across RI, MA, and CT.

Ideal candidates will hold Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island Electrical Journeyman License and have industry experience in NFPA 72, NEC, and related codes. Responsibilities include testing, troubleshooting, coordinating with contractors and customers, and occasional installation duties.

Qualifications

• Must hold Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island Electrical Journeyman License
• High school diploma required; industry experience preferred
• NFPA 72, NEC, OSHA requirements and fire alarm standards knowledge requested
• Experience with fire alarm systems incl. Gamewell-FCI, Siemens, Notifier, Edwards, Simplex, Honeywell, Fire-Lite
• Ability to travel within RI, MA, and CT; valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Service, program, test, inspect, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems with limited supervision
• Occasional installation work welcomed but not required
• Potential overtime for emergency calls, nights, and weekends
• Coordinate with contractors, customers, and building staff to manage daily workload
• Identify code issues and make system installation improvement recommendations
• Ensure thorough troubleshooting and repairs are completed to customer satisfaction
• Maintain high attention to detail and strong work ethic

Skills

Electrical license

Strong communication

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Gamewell-FCI

Siemens

Notifier

Edwards

Simplex

Honeywell

Fire-Lite

Job description

GEM Plumbing & Heating is a growing company that has been recognized for setting the standard for excellence in on-time, high quality, and friendly customer service. Here at GEM, we provide career opportunities to master your craft, earn competitive wages, and make a real difference in the lives of our customers and our community.

GEM is hiring a Fire Alarm Technician based out of Lincoln, RI. This position will handle all service, test, and inspection of fire alarm systems. The ideal candidate holds Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island Electrical License with industry experience. This position will travel within the RI, MA, and CT areas.

Responsibilities :

• The ability to service, program, test, inspect and troubleshoot basic and complex fire alarm systems with limited or no supervision.
• Ability to install is a plus, but not required
• May require some overtime hours at night, on weekends and at a moment's notice for emergency calls
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, customers, building maintenance personnel, and office personnel to execute daily workload
• Ability to identify code issues and non-conformance issues
• Confidence and accuracy making recommendations regarding system installation improvements
• Commitment to respond and carry out to completion any troubleshooting and repairs on assigned customer systems
• Exceptional work ethic and attention to detail

Requirements:

• Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island Electrical Journeyman License
• PreferClass D License (Systems Technician) or Class C License (Systems Contractor), not required
• High school diploma is required
• Industry experience is preferred
• Extensive understanding of NFPA 72, NEC, fire alarm system theory, OSHA requirements, and industry standards for fire alarm installation.
• Experience with various systems including Gamewell-FCI, Siemens, Notifier, Edwards, Simplex, Honeywell, Fire-Lite, etc.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• A customer service mindset and proficiency with technology and mobile devices.
• NICET certification preferred, but not required.
• Ability and willingness to work throughout Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.
• Individual must possess a valid Driver's license and have a clean driving record

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Holiday Pay
• Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Great Company Culture
• Continuous and extensive training and development

GEM Plumbing & Heating Co., LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.