Fire Alarm Technician — Program, Commission & Troubleshoot

Sciens Building Solutions; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician in Florida to program, commission, and troubleshoot fire alarm solutions. You will collaborate with sales, field teams, and clients to ensure sound design and seamless installation and commissioning of systems.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in fire-life safety, can independently program mid-range systems, and will read design drawings while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in a technician role within the fire-life safety industry.
• Ability to program and commission mid-range fire alarm systems independently.
• Ability to terminate fire alarm control units and field equipment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and related codes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with engineering, project management, and sales for successful project execution.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Program and commission fire alarm systems leading to AHJ acceptance.
• Prepare commissioning and inspection reports per NFPA guidelines.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and resolve them effectively.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Assist in inventory oversight for jobs and vehicles.
• Provide guidance to other technicians and support staff.
• Help manage job scheduling and progress with a focus on quality and safety.
• Explain equipment operation and proper system responses to customers.

Skills

Fire alarm programming

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Communication skills

OSHA 10

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician in Florida to program, commission, and troubleshoot fire alarm solutions. You will collaborate with sales, field teams, and clients to ensure sound design and seamless installation and commissioning of systems.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in fire-life safety, can independently program mid-range systems, and will read design drawings while maintaining safety standards.