Fire Alarm Technician- NICET II

TechFlow, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Union benefits

Annual wage increases

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

EMI Services, a TechFlow subsidiary, seeks a NICET II Fire Alarm Technician to install, test, maintain, and repair fire safety systems in commercial and residential buildings. The role includes inspections, emergency response, and cost estimation for materials.

Unionized position with access to comprehensive benefits. Requires NICET II, 3+ years in facilities maintenance, and US citizenship for military access; valid driver’s license; pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent technical training/experience.
• NICET II certification is required.
• 3+ years of industrial/commercial facilities maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of NFPA standards (70 & 72).
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one (REAL ID compliant).
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.
• U.S. citizenship required for access to military installations.

Responsibilities

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial/residential buildings.
• Test and repair alarm systems; perform inspections to ensure proper installation according to code.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports; document issues and estimate material costs.
• Respond to emergency service calls and ensure systems function properly.
• Maintain licenses/identification and comply with governmental regulations.

Skills

NFPA standards

Test equipment

Reading manuals

Safety PPE

Code compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NICET II certification

Tools

Multimeters

Digital analyzers

Job description

NICET II Fire Alarm Technician - Naval Air Station Patuxent River

Competitive Wages and an Allowance for Insurance and 401k!

Top reasons to work at EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow:

• Entire family included on health insurance no matter the size!
• Annual increases to wage & health and welfare rate
• NICET testing fee reimbursement

EMI Services is immediately hiring a NICET II Fire Alarm Technician to install, test, maintain, and repair fire safety and security systems, such as fire alarms and suppression systems, that ensure occupants' safety of both residential and commercial facilities. The Fire Alarm Technician is a Unionized position, and will be responsible for installing and updating fire alarm systems in commercial and residential buildings. This individual will perform inspections, test alarms, and troubleshoot or document any issues. This individual will also respond to emergency service calls and ensure the systems are functioning properly.

Salary

• Wage Rate: $43.47 to $51.65 per hour depending on certifications and experience with significant annual increases
• H&W Benefit: $29.39per hour with annual increases
• Total Comp Rate: $72.86 to $81.04 per hour

SeeALL the fantastic benefitsyou receive as an employee of EMI below!!

Key Responsibilities

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and/or residential buildings
• Test and repair alarm systems already in place
• Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code
• Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues
• Respond to emergency service calls
• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services.
• Maintain current license and identification card to meet governmental regulations.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and building codes and regulations pertaining to the trade
• Proficiency in the use of test equipment
• multi-meters and digital analyzers
• Knowledge of all fire safety codes and regulations
• Able to read and understand installation manuals
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations
• Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner.
• PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies used in repair of HVAC equipment.
• Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent amounts of technical training and experience
• NICET II certification
• 3+ years of experience must include an industrial or commercial facilities maintenance environment
• Working knowledge of NFPA standards (including 70 and 72)
• Valid driver’s license compliant with REAL ID Act or are you willing and able to obtain one
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted
• Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking
• Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping
• Climbing ladders and entering confined spaces - frequently work on ladders and scaffolds
• May spend long hours outside and in awkward positions which can cause physical discomfort and strain - may stand for long periods
• Electricians risk injury from electrical shock, falls, and cuts
• Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures (some extreme) and weather conditions

*Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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As a team member at EMI, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous benefits package consistent with Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance Benefit through Local 602
• Disability insurance under union medical
• EMI Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays)
• Tool Allowance
• Uniforms
• Union Tuition/Training/License reimbursement
• Annual increase to wages and allowance
• Non-seasonal- always steady work!
• Referral program- Join our team then bring your friends

What Sets EMI Apart

EMI is an industry-leading provider of DOD base operation support services, facilities maintenance, and logistics. Our goal is to contribute to the repair and maintenance of buildings and equipment. EMI consistently delivers cost-saving through best value innovations and quality service that exceeds our clients’ expectations.

The Right Partner: EMI has grown by gaining our customers’ trust and our employees’ loyalty. We’ve successfully performed over 60 service contracts and we understand the unique challenges facing today’s military. We offer exceptional responsiveness and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We demonstrate this commitment by consistently earning some of the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the industry.

The Right Team: The EMI team includes over 250 high-achieving professionals, administrative and trades personnel deployed in various locations throughout the United States. At times, we augment our in-house capabilities with proven and capable business partners.

The Right Approach: EMI brings vast expertise and proven solutions to augment our clients’ operations. We provide a platform that delivers seamless mission support and exceptional customer service in a very cost-effective and repeatable solution.