Fire Alarm Technician

EMCOR Group; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction/engineering, specializing in Fire Alarm Systems, seeks a Fire Alarm Technician. The role involves installation, inspection, and troubleshooting across various projects. Ideal candidates have technical expertise, strong interpersonal skills, and experience in commercial construction environments. Opportunities exist for professional growth and development within a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in installation of low voltage systems, including Fire/Life Safety and Access Control Systems.
• NICET II certification preferred but not required.
• Fundamental knowledge of test equipment and electrical principles essential.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain fire alarm systems for industrial and commercial projects.
• Perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs as per industry standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project documentation required for assignments.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Stress Management

Technical Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/ GED

2-4 Year Degree in Technical Field

Tools

Multi-meters

Digital Analyzers

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 seeking a Fire Alarm Technician. In the role you will be responsible for the installation of Fire Alarm Systems for all types of projects including Industrial and Commercial.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repair and installation 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.
• Inform Coordinator of any problems and concerns with assigned projects
• Develop a thorough understanding of integrating a fire alarm system with HVAC controls, smoke management systems, elevator controllers, sprinkler/ suppression systems, card access, security systems and CCTV
• Have thorough understanding of the principles of fire alarm protection and fire alarm systems. Understand the specific arrangement and operation of a suppression system(s) and a releasing function(s) and be aware of the hazards associated with inadvertent system discharge for the purpose of inspection, testing and maintenance
• 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. Return completed documentation required for master customer file, future inspections, service, accounting and payroll in a timely manner as required by procedures
• Maintain confidential information related to services performed
• 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, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control Systems, Nurse Call Systems, Paging Systems, High-Rise Smoke Control Systems, School Clock Systems, and Telephone Systems
• Have fundamental knowledge of test equipment including multi-meters, digital analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters, and communicating devices
• Must be able to understand Ohm's law, resistance and AC/DC circuits
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations and have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse groups
• Must have experience working on commercial construction sites. And be able to run and complete a project with minimal supervision
• Must provide all personal hand tools
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

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Shambaugh is deeply committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all its job applicants and employees. We seek to employ qualified persons in all job classifications and to administer all personnel actions affecting our employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, ancestry, or genetic information. Individuals with a disability, disabled and other protected veterans and any other characteristic protected by applicable law will be given the fullest consideration for employment in positions for which they are qualified. We also are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability as well as abiding by any and all state and local laws, which in addition to the above prohibit discrimination in any form.

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