Fire Alarm Technician III

Eagle Fire; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Eagle Fire Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician III to test, repair, and inspect fire detection systems for clients across our service area in the Birmingham region.

You will schedule inspections, document results, maintain certifications, and train trainees while upholding safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• EST 3 OR 4 Certified (Preferred)
• NICET level 2 or 3 (Preferred)
• Fire protection codes and standards knowledge
• Excellent customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds, work from heights above 10 feet, and work in confined areas
• Able to stand for long periods and handle, push, pull
• Commit to overtime and maintain certifications

Responsibilities

• Performs installation, programming, repair, testing, and inspection of fire detection and signaling systems on a scheduled basis
• Completes services following manufacturer instructions, codes/standards, and company policies
• Schedules inspections with customers as required
• Documents inspections for company records, customer records, authorities with jurisdiction
• Communicates discrepancies and necessary repairs to company and customer
• Markets EFI services to customers
• Trains Technician Trainees as assigned
• Complies with all company standards and procedures including Substance and Alcohol standards

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

Education

NICET 2/3

Job description

About Us:

Since 1987, Eagle Fire Inc. has become a top-tier provider of comprehensive fire protection services, including fire sprinkler systems, life safety services, special hazards systems, fire alarm services, access control systems, fire protection systems management, and fire extinguisher sales and service. Our expertise caters to commercial, industrial, government, and mercantile facilities.

Join Our Growing Team:

As we expand across VA, NC, SC, GA, AL, TN, and TX we're enhancing scheduling consistency and ensuring faster customer response times. Join us for ample promotional growth and career advancement opportunities in the dynamic field of fire protection and life safety.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Fire Alarm Technician III tests, repairs, and inspects fire detection systems. He or she must provide exceptional service to both internal and external customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs installation, programming, repair, testing, and inspection of fire detection and signaling systems on a scheduled basis
• Completes all services following manufacturer instructions, related codes/standards, and Company policies and procedures
• Schedules inspections with customers as required
• Provides documentation of inspections for Company records, customer records, authorities with jurisdiction, and any other entity required
• Communicates discrepancies, necessary system repairs, and other important issues to the Company and the customer
• Follows up to ensure that suggested repairs to systems are performed
• Markets EFI services to existing and potential customers
• Trains Technician Trainees as assigned
• Commits to work until obligations are met, which may result in overtime
• Completes continuing education necessary to maintain current certifications and/or licenses as required for position
• Adheres to ALL Company Standards and Procedures, including the Controlled Substances and Alcohol Standard

QUALIFICATIONS

• EST 3 OR 4 Certified (Preferred)
• NICET level 2 or 3 (Preferred)
• Education, experience, and certification as specified in the job description (or equivalent combination)
• Has practical knowledge of fire protection codes and standards
• Excellent customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Positive and professional demeanor with the ability to handle change, resolve conflict, and solve problems as they arise with minimal direction
• Able to lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds, work from heights above 10 feet, and work in confined areas
• Able to stand for long periods of time and to lift, crouch, reach, handle, push, and pull

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, we maintain a drug-free workplace and operate a Drug-Free Workplace program. Eagle Fire Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.