Fire Alarm Technician

Fortis Fire & Safety Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician to join their team. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and inspecting fire alarm systems, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong customer service skills and a commitment to maintaining a clean work environment. With competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a great opportunity for those looking to advance their career in fire protection services. If you're ready to make a difference and work with a dedicated team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

2 weeks of paid vacation

1 week of paid sick time

10 Company Paid Holidays

401k with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company-paid Short-term Disability

Legal Insurance

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in fire alarm systems installation and service.
• Valid Driver License and good DMV record required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair fire alarm and burglar alarm systems.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Repairing fire alarm systems

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

At Piper Fire Protection, Inc, A Fortis Fire & Safety Brand, we provide industry-leading fire protection services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, Texas, and Chicago and we are acquiring new brands all the time.

Our team provides a full spectrum of specialized and certified service professionals to support your company and protect your building with the peace of mind of properly installed and maintained fire and life safety systems.

Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we value our employees and offer competitive benefits which include:

• 2 weeks of paid vacation
• 1 week of paid sick time
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Other paid time off (jury duty, bereavement)
• Competitive pay
• 401k with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-term Disability
• Supplemental Long-term Disability and Life Insurance Packages
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance

Currently, we have an open position for an experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician. The primary responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing systems, and making recommendations for installations and services.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and inspect fire alarm and burglar alarm systems, access control systems, monitoring systems, and nurse call systems
• Make recommendations for both system installation and services
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including company vehicle, and must adhere to company safety policies and procedures
• Able to work unsupervised and perform a high standard of workmanship
• Demonstrate good customer service skills and professional communication with customers
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions; provide accurate and clear documentation of performed work
• Must have basic tools including hand tools and knowledge of tools common to the trade

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid Driver License and good DMV record of at least 5 years
• Minimum 3 years’ installation experience with installation, service, testing, troubleshooting and programming of fire alarm systems
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm products, access control and CCTV concepts and products
• Knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 70, and current industry standards
• Only applicants that possess the minimum qualifications and experience will be considered. Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating On Call Shifts (Service Department Applicants)

Compensation: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching. The position requires climbing ladders and scaffolds, as well as the ability to work in excess of 40 feet above the ground. He/she must be able to navigate the jobsite and must comply with all company safety requirements in the office and on the jobsite. Heavy equipment may be used and he/she needs to be able to lift weighty objects up to 50 lbs. above his/her head.

Fortis Fire & Safety Inc. is an EEO Employer. We select people on the basis of skill, training, ability, attitude, and character without discrimination with regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or a disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.