Fire Alarm Technician

DU Family of Companies; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Flex Spending

Health Savings Account

401(k)

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

W&M Fire Protection, a Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies affiliate, is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector/Technician for our Holbrook, NY office. You will inspect, install, upgrade, troubleshoot and service fire alarm systems in commercial and residential buildings per NFPA standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of fire alarm technician experience, and a S98 Certificate of Fitness. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a stable, customer-focused

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years fire alarm technician experience required.
• S98 Certificate of Fitness required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, install, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings.
• Reads, interprets and applies NFPA and building codes and other technical design documents.
• Performs fire alarm inspections and service for customer base.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

W&M Fire Protection is a full-service fire protection contractor with complete design, installation, and fabrication capability. W&M has proudly served the tri-state and New England areas for over 30 years and offers a challenging and rewarding work environment.

As part of the Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders, we will develop an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

As a result of continued growth, we are currently seeking candidates for a Fire Alarm Inspector/Technician at our office in Holbrook, NY. As an Inspector, you will be responsible for performing inspections of fire protection systems per the NFPA.

Target pay range: $30-35/hr

JOB SUMMARY:

• Inspect, Install, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings.
• Reads, interprets and applies technical design requirements of fire protection codes and standards (Such as NFPA 70, 72, etc.), building codes, fire codes, insurer criteria, and other technical design documents.
• Reads and interprets building construction documents such as drawings, specifications and other contract documents.
• Performs fire alarm inspections and service for customer base.
• Prepares lists for ordering of fire alarm and detection system equipment.
• Surveys existing buildings for accurate, economical inspections and service of fire alarm and detection systems.
• Coordinates installation with electricians.
• Coordinates activities with project manager.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Perform inspections and service on fire extinguishers, emergency lights, hood suppressions systems as needed.
• Be available for after-hours emergency service calls when scheduled.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience performing duties on all sized projects, from a small 50-point system to a multi panel network preferred
• Working knowledge & ability to troubleshoot security, nurse call, PA, and BMS systems as they integrate with fire protection systems is a plus but not required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• 3+ years fire alarm technician experience required
• S98 Certificate of Fitness required

What we offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending
• Health Savings
• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and Disability Insurance Options

At W&M Fire Protection and the Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, we invest in our people, support professional growth, and empower employees to take ownership of their careers. If you're looking for a stable company, a strong team, and opportunities to grow in the fire protection industry, we'd like to hear from you.

Our Purpose

"To Protect What People Value Most."

Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.