Fire Alarm Technician

Midwest Alarm Services; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Training and field experience provided

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

Midwest Alarm Services is seeking a technician to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and life safety systems. You will work on Notifier/Simplex panels, perform tests, use multi-meters, and document maintenance actions for customers and facilities managers.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, electronics background or related training, NICET II certification within 2 years, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Degree in Electronics or 1–3 years related experience preferred or equivalent.
• Must meet all proficiencies of a NICET Level II Technician.
• Must have NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment.
• Must be able to obtain specified license/certifications for work in the security industry.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and document actions.
• Test and verify all systems and devices function properly and meet manufacturer specs.
• Use a multimeter for voltage, resistance readings and circuit analysis.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software or tools.
• Maintain company vehicles and complete daily paperwork.
• Interact professionally with customers and stakeholders to maintain positive relations.
• May oversee other technicians and handle on-call duties.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Security system maintenance

Multi-meter usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electronics degree or related training

NICET II Certification

Tools

Notifier

Simplex

EST

Video Surveillance/CCTV

Card Access

Nurse Call Systems

Job description

Midwest Alarm Services was founded in 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa. Per Mar Security Services acquired Midwest Alarm Services in 1998.Today, Midwest Alarm Services has15 locations throughout the Midwestand is one of the largest Notifier Distributors in North America. We are a leading life safety company dedicated to providing top-notch fire alarm and life safety solutions across multiple locations. With a strong commitment to protecting lives and property, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards in safety and compliance.
Our experts primarily work withcontractors, building owners, property managers, andfacilities directors to design and implement reliable life safety solutions.

Job Skills / Requirements

The purpose of this position is to install, service and maintain commercial fire alarm and other Life Safety systems.

Why you should work here:

• Wages are based on skill level, experience and certifications
• Company vehicle and cell phone
• Training and field experience is provided to assist you with achieving your goals!

What you’ll be doing:

• Service and repair specified electronic life safety systems and peripheral devices.
• Maintains compliance with company policies; consults with supervisor/management to ensure consistent corrective measures are taken and documentation completed
• Test and verify that all systems and devices (alarm panels, sirens, horns, strobes, etc.) function properly and in accordance to manufacturer's specifications and to ensure excellent customer service
• Use a multimeter for particular voltage and resistance readings and circuit analysis.
• Program or reprogram systems using programming software, computers, or programming tools
• Keep company vehicles clean and in good operating order (i.e. handle periodic oil changes, fueling, washing of vehicles, etc.)
• Complete proper paperwork and submit to the appropriate department on a daily basis.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by interacting with the Midwest Alarm Services internal/external customers (including, but not limited to: current customers, prospective customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, supervisors and management) in a mutually respectful manner regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and all other protected classes
• As this position develops, the employee may be assigned additional duties or special projects as deemed necessary by management
• On-call as required
• May oversee other technicians as required

What you’ll need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Degree in Electronics (or 1-3 year's related experience/training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must meet all proficiencies of a NICET Level II Technician
• Must have NICET II Certification within 2 years of employment
• Must be able to obtain specified license/certifications to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates.
• Valid driver's license
• Must have ability to service Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar fire alarm systems.
• Must have ability to service Video Surveillance/CCTV Card Access, and Nurse Call Systems

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K/403b Plan

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the Operations Manager