Fire Alarm Technician

Redman Equipment & Manufacturing Company; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son is seeking a Fire Alarm Service and Inspections Technician in Memphis, TN. The role requires performing on-site inspections and troubleshooting fire alarm systems, while managing daily activities and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, with a technical degree preferred. Knowledge of safety systems and test equipment is essential. The position may require lifting up to 50 lbs and working in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED; 2–4 year degree in a technical field preferred.
• Must possess NICET Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in Fire/Life Safety Systems and Access Control Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspection and testing of fire alarm systems.
• Manage daily call activity and program system products.
• Report with necessary testing tools for service tasks.

Skills

Installation of low voltage systems

Test equipment knowledge

Programming experience

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift/move equipment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2–4 year degree in technical field

Tools

Multi-meters

Digital analyzers

Frequency meters

Decibel meters

Communicating devices

Job description

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son is looking for a Fire Alarm Service and Inspections Technician. In this position you will be responsible for servicing and inspecting fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of fire alarm, suppression and releasing systems as well as associated devices in accordance with industry standards.
• Responsible for reading and understanding assigned project documentation and work orders including scope of work for inspections and determine if additional information is needed.
• Manage daily call activity and program system products, including networking and programming.
• Report to assignment with required testing tools including suitable multi‑meter, hand tools, printer, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, software/systems, programs, schematics, and operation/product manuals consistent with the level of training received.
• Prepare associated paperwork/forms for customer service activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED; 2–4 year degree in a technical field from accredited college or university
• NICET Certification preferred
• Installation of low voltage systems, Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control Systems, Nurse Call Systems, Paging Systems, School Clock Systems, HVAC controls, elevator controllers, and Telephone Systems experience preferred
• Fundamental knowledge of test equipment including multi-meters, digital analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters, and communicating devices.
• Knowledge of the hazards associated with inadvertent system discharge for the purpose of inspection, testing and maintenance.
• Knowledge of Ohm's law, resistance and AC/DC circuits
• Programming experience is preferred
• Ability to handle stressful situations and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Proficient in the use of personal computers including such programs as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, IOS and database (software) programs
• Must have the ability to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs. Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 ft, working in ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

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