Fire Alarm Technician

EMCOR Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fire Alarm Service and Inspections Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing and inspecting fire alarm systems across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Your expertise will ensure compliance with industry standards while managing daily call activities and troubleshooting various systems. Join a company that values its people and offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a chance to contribute to significant projects in the construction and engineering sector. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in fire alarm systems installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of test equipment and safety hazards in system discharge.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and repair fire alarm systems in various buildings.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project documentation.

Skills

Installation of low voltage systems

Fire/Life Safety Systems

Access Control Systems

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Programming experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2-4 year degree in a technical field

Tools

Multi-meters

Digital analyzers

Frequency meters

Decibel meters

Personal computers (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Who We Are

Shambaugh & Son L.P., a wholly-owned indirect subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., is a customer-driven, single-source, self-performing construction/engineering firm. We specialize in the Design-Build method of construction resulting in fast-track delivery of the project improvements to our customers. We are one of the largest specialty contractors in the U.S. and the only one with all eight M.E.P (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Automation, Refrigeration, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection) design and installation capabilities in-house. We perform more than $1 billion of construction projects per year with over 3,000 employees throughout 50 states from our home office in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Our success has been driven by our ability to attract and retain dedicated, knowledgeable and seasoned professionals to become part of the Shambaugh team, as we continue to build on our 95+ year Shambaugh success story.

At Shambaugh, we recognize people as our most important resource and it is our mission to produce the industry’s highest level of quality services and productivity on every project in order to develop repeat customers, maximize return on investment, and provide professional growth opportunities for people in the organization.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P. 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 and 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. Immediately Pursue/ Obtain/ maintain a NICET II, but not required.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in the 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.
• Have 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 a plus
• 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 feet, 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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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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